CVE-2023-45233: exploitation status and patch state

CVE-2023-45233 · CVSS 7.5 HIGH · EPSS 2%

EDK2's Network Package is susceptible to an infinite lop vulnerability when parsing a PadN option in the Destination Options header of IPv6. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to gain unauthorized access and potentially lead to a loss of Availability.

Is CVE-2023-45233 exploited?

• Not in the CISA KEV catalog.
• EPSS puts exploitation in the next 30 days at 2%.
• Public exploit code: none found in monitored sources.

Which products and versions are affected?

No affected package list recorded here yet.

Is there a patch?

No patch identifier recorded here yet.

What PlainSec published about CVE-2023-45233

• ABB B&R PCs Need Coordinated Fleet Patching (2026-05-22)

Primary sources

• NVD record

What this record does not say

• No affected package data.
• No patch identifier.

KEV and EPSS are re-checked daily. Record last updated 2026-08-11.