CVE-2023-4966 Details
Description
Sensitive information disclosure in NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway when configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Proxy, CVPN, RDP Proxy) or AAA virtual server.
A vulnerability allowing sensitive information disclosure has been identified in Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway. This issue arises when the products are configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Proxy, CVPN, RDP Proxy) or AAA virtual server.
Citrix has released a critical security update for this vulnerability. Instructions for applying the update and discontinuing use of the product if necessary can be found on the Citrix NetScaler blog.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Oct 10, 2023References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-4966 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175323/Citrix-Bleed-Session-Token-Leakage-Proof-Of-Concept.html | CVE | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX579459 | CVE | Vendor Advisory |
| http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175323/Citrix-Bleed-Session-Token-Leakage-Proof-Of-Concept.html | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX579459 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway Buffer Overflow Vulnerability | Oct 18, 2023 | Nov 8, 2023 | Apply mitigations and kill all active and persistent sessions per vendor instructions [https://www.netscaler.com/blog/news/cve-2023-4966-critical-security-update-now-available-for-netscaler-adc-and-netscaler-gateway/] OR discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| NVD-CWE-noinfo | Insufficient Information to Classify Weakness | [email protected] |
| CWE-119 | Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| citrix netscaler application delivery controller | >= 12.1, < 12.1-55.300 >= 13.0, < 13.0-92.19 >= 13.1, < 13.1-37.164 >= 13.1, < 13.1-49.15 >= 14.1, < 14.1-8.50 |
CPE
Remediation
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| citrix netscaler gateway | >= 13.0, < 13.0-92.19 >= 13.1, < 13.1-49.15 >= 14.1, < 14.1-8.50 |
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Change History
22 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 13, 2025 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Feb 3, 2025 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jan 27, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 2, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2024 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Feb 29, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jan 9, 2024 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 7, 2023 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 25, 2023 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 18, 2023 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |