Is CVE-2023-2653 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-2653 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-2653 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-2653 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-2653?

CVE-2023-2653 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-2653

CWE-89Published: May 11, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Lost and Found Information System 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file items/index.php. The manipulation of the argument cid leads to sql injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-228781 was assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The SourceCodester Lost and Found Information System contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the items/index.php file. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to manipulate database queries, leading to a critical risk of data compromise or system takeover. The CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the high severity of this remote, low-complexity attack vector.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable due to the network-based attack vector.

Recommended Action

Users should discontinue use of the affected software or apply any available vendor patches. Ensure that input validation is strictly enforced on all application parameters.

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-2023-2653 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-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.