How severe is CVE-2023-6438?

CVE-2023-6438 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-6438 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-6438?

CVE-2023-6438 affects Thecosy Icecms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-6438?

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

When was CVE-2023-6438 published?

CVE-2023-6438 was published on 2023-11-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-6438

CVE-2023-6438 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Thecosy Icecms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. 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-837.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.3)
CVSS v2: 4.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-837
Affected product: Thecosy Icecms
Published: 2023-11-30
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Thecosy IceCMS 2.0.1. Affected is an unknown function of the file /WebArticle/articles/ of the component Like Handler. The manipulation leads to improper enforcement of a single, unique action. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-246438 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-6438?: A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Thecosy IceCMS 2.0.1. Affected is an unknown function of the file /WebArticle/articles/ of the component Like Handler. The manipulation leads to improper enforcement of a single, unique action. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-246438 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2023-6438?: CVE-2023-6438 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-6438 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-6438?: CVE-2023-6438 affects Thecosy Icecms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6438?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-6438 published?: CVE-2023-6438 was published on 2023-11-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:thecosy:icecms:2.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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