CVE-2023-27795: An issue found in IXP Data Easy Install v.6.6.14884.0 allows a local attacker to gain privileges via a static

Routine

HIGH 7.8DOWNGRADE

CVE-2023-27795 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting easyinstall. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An issue found in IXP Data Easy Install v.6.6.14884.0 allows a local attacker to gain privileges via a static XOR key.

Why this priority

High severity
Public exploit reference

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.2% (top 87%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-269
Published	2023-10-19
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: ixpdata

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2023-10-19 21:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 05:45 UTCUpdated Record last modified

ixpdata easyinstall DOWNGRADE

Affected: 6.6.148840

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.6.148840

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy easyinstall || rpm -q easyinstall || easyinstall --version

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.6.148840 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison easyinstall sudo apt install easyinstall=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.6.148840> sudo apt-mark hold easyinstall

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list easyinstall sudo dnf downgrade easyinstall-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.6.148840> sudo dnf versionlock add easyinstall

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

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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-2023-27795?

easyinstall: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2023-27795 being exploited?

CVE-2023-27795 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-2023-27795 affect?

CVE-2023-27795 affects easyinstall. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). An issue found in IXP Data Easy Install v.6.6.14884.0 allows a local attacker to gain privileges via a static XOR key.

How urgent is CVE-2023-27795?

Priority 36/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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