Is CVE-2023-1038 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-1038 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-1038 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-1038 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-1038?

CVE-2023-1038 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-1038

CWE-89Published: February 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in SourceCodester Online Reviewer Management System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /reviewer_0/admins/assessments/pretest/questions-view.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-221796.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Online Reviewer Management System 1.0 from SourceCodester is vulnerable to SQL injection via the id argument in the assessment questions view. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to compromise the database.

No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the software to a patched version and implement strict input validation for the id parameter.

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-2023-1038 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.

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