CVE-2023-54344: Eclipse Equinox OSGi 3.7.2 Remote Code Execution via Console

Published May 5, 2026
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Updated

Eclipse Equinox OSGi 3.7.2 and earlier contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands by sending payloads to the console interface. Attackers can connect to the OSGi console port and send base64-encoded bash commands wrapped in fork directives to achieve code execution and establish reverse shell connections.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Eclipse Eclipse Equinox OSGi<=3.7.2

Event History

May 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:24 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:24 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-54344?

CVE-2023-54344 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution by unauthenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-54344?

To mitigate CVE-2023-54344, upgrade Eclipse Equinox OSGi to version 3.8.0 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-54344?

The impact of CVE-2023-54344 includes the ability for attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, leading to potential data breaches or system compromise.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2023-54344?

CVE-2023-54344 affects all versions of Eclipse Equinox OSGi up to and including 3.7.2.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-54344?

No, CVE-2023-54344 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers without any prior access.

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