CVE-2023-2759: A hidden API exists in TapHome's core platform before version 2023.2 that allows an authenticated, low privile

Q: How do I fix CVE-2023-2759?

core firmware: upgrade to 2023.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2023-2759 being exploited?

CVE-2023-2759 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2023-2759 affect?

CVE-2023-2759 affects core firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). A hidden API exists in TapHome's core platform before version 2023.2 that allows an authenticated, low privileged user to change passwords of other users without any prior knowledge. The attacker may gain full access to the device by using

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HIGH 8.8UPGRADE

CVE-2023-2759 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting core firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A hidden API exists in TapHome's core platform before version 2023.2 that allows an authenticated, low privileged user to change passwords of other users without any prior knowledge. The attacker may gain full access to the device by using this vulnerability.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.6% (top 54%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-863
Published	2023-07-17
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): CERT VDE · Vendor: taphome

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2023-07-17 07:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 05:53 UTCUpdated Record last modified

taphome core firmware UPGRADE

Affected: < 2023.2

Fixed in: 2023.2

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

Check your OS release

cat /etc/os-release; uname -r

Debian / Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade

RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora

sudo dnf upgrade --refresh

Windows

Install the latest cumulative update from Windows Update

If no patch exists yet

OS downgrades are not safe. Apply the vendor mitigation from the advisory and restrict exposure.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2023-2759?

core firmware: upgrade to 2023.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2023-2759 being exploited?

CVE-2023-2759 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2023-2759 affect?

CVE-2023-2759 affects core firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). A hidden API exists in TapHome's core platform before version 2023.2 that allows an authenticated, low privileged user to change passwords of other users without any prior knowledge. The attacker may gain full access to the device by using

How urgent is CVE-2023-2759?

Priority 42/100. High severity

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