Is CVE-2023-27178 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-27178 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-27178 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-27178 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-27178?

CVE-2023-27178 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-27178

CWE-434Published: April 10, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the upload function of GDidees CMS 3.9.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

GDidees CMS 3.9.1 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability that allows attackers to execute malicious code. This critical flaw poses a severe risk to the entire application and is remotely exploitable.

There is no public exploit circulating, and it is not in CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade to a version of GDidees CMS that resolves the arbitrary file upload vulnerability.

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-2023-27178 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.