CVE-2023-48966
CVE-2023-48966 is a high-severity vulnerability in Thinkadmin 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-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (61st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: Thinkadmin
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /admin/api.upload/file of ThinkAdmin v6.1.53 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Zip file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-48966?
- An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /admin/api.upload/file of ThinkAdmin v6.1.53 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Zip file.
- How severe is CVE-2023-48966?
- CVE-2023-48966 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-2023-48966 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-48966?
- CVE-2023-48966 affects Thinkadmin. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-48966?
- 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-2023-48966 published?
- CVE-2023-48966 was published on 2023-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:thinkadmin:thinkadmin:6.1.53:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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