HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2023-27168
CRITICAL

CVE-2023-27168

CWE-434Published: January 19, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Xpand IT Write-back Manager v2.3.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted jsp file.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Xpand IT Write-back Manager v2.3.1 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This critical flaw is rated 9.8 on the CVSS scale due to the potential for full system takeover.

This vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity, though no public exploit is currently known.

Recommended Action

Users are advised to upgrade to a patched version of the Write-back Manager.

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-2023-27168 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

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

xpand-it1 product(s)
write-back manager
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (8)

https://balwurk.comNot Applicable
https://balwurk.github.io/CVE-2023-27168/Exploit · Third Party Advisory
https://balwurk.comNot Applicable
https://balwurk.github.io/CVE-2023-27168/Exploit · Third Party Advisory

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2023-27168
CVSS Score9.8 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessCWE-434
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 19, 2024

Related CVEs (CWE-434)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2023-27168 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.