CVE-2023-25344
NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: March 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
An issue was discovered in swig-templates thru 2.0.4 and swig thru 1.4.2, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted Object.prototype anonymous function.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability in swig-templates and swig allows for arbitrary code execution via crafted anonymous functions. It is rated critical due to its remote exploitability and high impact on system integrity.
No public exploit is currently known, and it is not present in the CISA KEV.
Users should update to the latest versions of swig and swig-templates to mitigate the risk of code execution.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-25344 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-25344 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts