Is CVE-2023-1594 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-1594 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-1594 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-1594 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-1594?

CVE-2023-1594 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-1594

CWE-89Published: March 23, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in novel-plus 3.6.2. Affected is the function MenuService of the file sys/menu/list. The manipulation of the argument sort leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-223662 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Novel-plus 3.6.2 is affected by a SQL injection vulnerability in the MenuService component, which can be triggered remotely via the sort argument. The critical CVSS score of 9.8 highlights the potential for unauthorized database access and manipulation.

While no public exploit is currently known, the vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity. It is not currently included in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Upgrade to a version of novel-plus that resolves this SQL injection vulnerability. Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent similar attacks.

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-2023-1594 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.