How severe is CVE-2023-3990?

CVE-2023-3990 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-3990 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-3990?

CVE-2023-3990 affects Mingsoft Mcms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-3990?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2023-3990 published?

CVE-2023-3990 was published on 2023-07-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-3990

CVE-2023-3990 is a low-severity vulnerability in Mingsoft Mcms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.5)
CVSS v2: 4.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Mingsoft Mcms
Published: 2023-07-28
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Mingsoft MCMS up to 5.3.1. This affects an unknown part of the file search.do of the component HTTP POST Request Handler. The manipulation of the argument style leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-235611.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-3990?: A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Mingsoft MCMS up to 5.3.1. This affects an unknown part of the file search.do of the component HTTP POST Request Handler. The manipulation of the argument style leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-235611.
How severe is CVE-2023-3990?: CVE-2023-3990 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-3990 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-3990?: CVE-2023-3990 affects Mingsoft Mcms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-3990?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-3990 published?: CVE-2023-3990 was published on 2023-07-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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