How severe is CVE-2023-53907?

CVE-2023-53907 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-53907 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-53907?

CVE-2023-53907 affects Bludit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-53907?

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

Does CVE-2023-53907 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-53907 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-60223.

When was CVE-2023-53907 published?

CVE-2023-53907 was published on 2025-12-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-53907

CVE-2023-53907 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Bludit with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-22.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
CVSS v4: 7.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (56th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-60223
Weakness: CWE-22
Affected product: Bludit
Published: 2025-12-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Bludit versions before 3.13.1 contain an authenticated file download vulnerability in the Backup Plugin that allows logged-in users to access arbitrary files. Attackers can exploit the plugin's download functionality by manipulating file path parameters to read sensitive system files through directory traversal.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-53907?: Bludit versions before 3.13.1 contain an authenticated file download vulnerability in the Backup Plugin that allows logged-in users to access arbitrary files. Attackers can exploit the plugin's download functionality by manipulating file path parameters to read sensitive system files through directory traversal.
How severe is CVE-2023-53907?: CVE-2023-53907 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-53907 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-53907?: CVE-2023-53907 affects Bludit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-53907?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2023-53907 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-53907 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-60223.
When was CVE-2023-53907 published?: CVE-2023-53907 was published on 2025-12-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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