PatchTheCVECVE-2023-49238: In Gradle Enterprise before 2023.1, a remote attacker may be able to gain access to a new installation (in cer
CVE-2023-49238 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting enterprise. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In Gradle Enterprise before 2023.1, a remote attacker may be able to gain access to a new installation (in certain installation scenarios) because of a non-unique initial system user password. Although this password must be changed upon the first login, it is possible that an attacker logs in before the legitimate administrator logs in.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 44%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-521 |
| Published | 2024-01-09 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2023-49238?
enterprise: upgrade to 2023.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-49238 being exploited?
CVE-2023-49238 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-2023-49238 affect?
CVE-2023-49238 affects enterprise. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). In Gradle Enterprise before 2023.1, a remote attacker may be able to gain access to a new installation (in certain installation scenarios) because of a non-unique initial system user password. Although this password must be changed upon the
How urgent is CVE-2023-49238?
Priority 53/100. Critical severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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