How severe is CVE-2023-32168?

CVE-2023-32168 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-32168 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-32168?

CVE-2023-32168 affects Dlink D-view 8. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-32168?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2023-32168 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-32168 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-36436.

When was CVE-2023-32168 published?

CVE-2023-32168 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-32168

CVE-2023-32168 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dlink D-view 8 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-285.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-36436
Weakness: CWE-285
Affected product: Dlink D-view 8
Published: 2024-05-03
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

D-Link D-View showUser Improper Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the showUser method. The issue results from the lack of proper authorization before accessing a privileged endpoint. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user. . Was ZDI-CAN-19534.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-32168?: D-Link D-View showUser Improper Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the showUser method. The issue results from the lack of proper authorization before accessing a privileged endpoint. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user. . Was ZDI-CAN-19534.
How severe is CVE-2023-32168?: CVE-2023-32168 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-32168 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-32168?: CVE-2023-32168 affects Dlink D-view 8. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32168?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2023-32168 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-32168 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-36436.
When was CVE-2023-32168 published?: CVE-2023-32168 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dlink:d-view_8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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