CVE-2023-22952
Published: February 2, 2023
Official Description
Multiple SugarCRM products contain a remote code execution vulnerability in the EmailTemplates. Using a specially crafted request, custom PHP code can be injected through the EmailTemplates.
CISA KEV Advisory
Multiple SugarCRM Products Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Multiple SugarCRM products contain a remote code execution vulnerability in the EmailTemplates. Using a specially crafted request, custom PHP code can be injected through the EmailTemplates.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-22952 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2023-22952 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-22952 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1