CVE-2023-23086
CWE-787Published: February 3, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Buffer OverFlow Vulnerability in MojoJson v1.2.3 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the SkipString function.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-23086 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-787): Out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities can lead to data corruption, crashes, or arbitrary code execution.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-23086 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts