CVE-2023-46694
CVE-2023-46694 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. 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-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-50881
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Vtenext 21.02 allows an authenticated attacker to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling them to execute remote commands. This flaw exists due to the application's failure to enforce proper authentication controls when accessing the Ckeditor file manager functionality.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-46694?
- Vtenext 21.02 allows an authenticated attacker to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling them to execute remote commands. This flaw exists due to the application's failure to enforce proper authentication controls when accessing the Ckeditor file manager functionality.
- How severe is CVE-2023-46694?
- CVE-2023-46694 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, 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 none.
- Is CVE-2023-46694 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-46694?
- 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-2023-46694 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2023-46694 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-50881.
- When was CVE-2023-46694 published?
- CVE-2023-46694 was published on 2024-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
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