CVE-2023-36969
CVE-2023-36969 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cmsmadesimple Cms Made Simple with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 49% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 49% (99th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: Cmsmadesimple Cms Made Simple
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- Last modified:
Description
CMS Made Simple v2.2.17 is vulnerable to Remote Command Execution via the File Upload Function.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-36969?
- CMS Made Simple v2.2.17 is vulnerable to Remote Command Execution via the File Upload Function.
- How severe is CVE-2023-36969?
- CVE-2023-36969 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-2023-36969 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 49% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-36969?
- CVE-2023-36969 affects Cmsmadesimple Cms Made Simple. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-36969?
- 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.
- When was CVE-2023-36969 published?
- CVE-2023-36969 was published on 2023-07-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cmsmadesimple:cms_made_simple:2.2.17:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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