Is CVE-2023-23453 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-23453 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-23453 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-23453 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-23453?

CVE-2023-23453 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-23453

CWE-306Published: February 20, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Missing Authentication for Critical Function in SICK FX0-GENT v3 Firmware Version V3.04 and V3.05 allows an unprivileged remote attacker to achieve arbitrary remote code execution via maliciously crafted RK512 commands to the listener on TCP port 9000.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

SICK FX0-GENT firmware versions 3.04 and 3.05 lack proper authentication for critical functions, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted RK512 commands. This critical vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

No public exploit is currently known, and the vulnerability is not tracked in the CISA KEV database.

Recommended Action

Administrators should update the firmware to a secure version and restrict network access to TCP port 9000.

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-2023-23453 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.