Is CVE-2023-1499 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-1499 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-1499 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-1499 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-1499?

CVE-2023-1499 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-1499

CWE-89Published: March 19, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in code-projects Simple Art Gallery 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file adminHome.php. The manipulation of the argument reach_city leads to sql injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-223399.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Simple Art Gallery is affected by a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the adminHome.php file. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries through the reach_city argument.

A public exploit has been disclosed for this vulnerability, though it is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Review the application for updates or patches from the vendor. Implement strict input validation on the reach_city 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-2023-1499 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.