Is CVE-2023-1479 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-1479 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-1479 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-1479 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-1479?

CVE-2023-1479 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-1479

CWE-434Published: March 18, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in SourceCodester Simple Music Player 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file save_music.php. The manipulation of the argument filename leads to unrestricted upload. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-223362 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

SourceCodester Simple Music Player 1.0 contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in save_music.php via the filename argument. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server.

Public exploit information is available, but it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Restrict file uploads to authorized types and validate filenames to prevent directory traversal or malicious script execution.

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-2023-1479 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.