Is CVE-2023-1940 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-1940 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-1940 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-1940 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-1940?

CVE-2023-1940 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-1940

CWE-89Published: April 7, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Simple and Beautiful Shopping Cart System 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file delete_user_query.php. The manipulation of the argument user_id leads to sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-225316.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This SQL injection vulnerability in the SourceCodester Simple and Beautiful Shopping Cart System allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries. With a CVSS score of 9.1, it remains a critical risk for data integrity and unauthorized access.

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

Recommended Action

Apply available patches for the shopping cart system. Implement parameterized queries to mitigate SQL injection risks.

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-2023-1940 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), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.

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