CVE-2023-2694
CWE-89Published: May 14, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Online Exam System 1.0. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file /dosen/data of the component POST Parameter Handler. The manipulation of the argument columns[1][data] leads to sql injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-228975.
Risk Analysis
SourceCodester Online Exam System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection via the /dosen/data component. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary database commands without authentication.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The low complexity and remote nature of the attack make it a high priority.
Apply the latest security updates provided by the vendor for the Online Exam System.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-2694 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-2694 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts