Is CVE-2023-0961 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2023-0961, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-0961 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-0961 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-0961?

CVE-2023-0961 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2023-0961

CWE-89Published: February 22, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Music Gallery Site 1.0. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file view_music_details.php of the component GET Request Handler. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-221631.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Music Gallery Site 1.0 is susceptible to SQL injection via the id argument in the view_music_details.php file. This critical vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries, posing a significant risk to data integrity and confidentiality.

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available, but the vulnerability is not currently in the CISA KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Update to the latest version of the software if available. Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-0961 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2023-0961. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.