CVE-2025-27023: Lack or insufficent input validation in WebGUI CLI web in Infinera G42 version R6.1.3 allows remote authentic
CVE-2025-27023 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting g42 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Lack or insufficent input validation in WebGUI CLI web in Infinera G42 version R6.1.3 allows remote authenticated users to read all OS files via crafted CLI commands. Details: The web interface based management of the Infinera G42 appliance enables the feature of executing a restricted set of commands. This feature also offers the option to execute a script-file already present on the target device. When a non-script or incorrect file is s
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 55%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2025-07-02 |
| 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-2025-27023?
g42 firmware: upgrade to 7.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2025-27023 being exploited?
CVE-2025-27023 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-2025-27023 affect?
CVE-2025-27023 affects g42 firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). Lack or insufficent input validation in WebGUI CLI web in Infinera G42 version R6.1.3 allows remote authenticated users to read all OS files via crafted CLI commands. Details: The web interface based management of the Infinera G42 appli
How urgent is CVE-2025-27023?
Priority 34/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Software pages
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