Is CVE-2023-2696 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-2696 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-2696 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-2696 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-2696?

CVE-2023-2696 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-2696

CWE-89Published: May 14, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Online Exam System 1.0. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /matkul/data of the component POST Parameter Handler. The manipulation of the argument columns[1][data] leads to sql injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-228977 was assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

SourceCodester Online Exam System 1.0 contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the /matkul/data component. This critical flaw allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to manipulate database queries, leading to a CVSS score of 9.8.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently in the CISA KEV catalog. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should apply available patches or updates for the Online Exam System. If no patch is available, restrict network access to the affected component.

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-2023-2696 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.