CVE-2023-27812
CWE-22Published: April 13, 2023· Updated: Jul 9, 2026
Official Description
bloofox v0.5.2 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via the delete_file() function.
Risk Analysis
bloofox v0.5.2 is susceptible to an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability through the delete_file() function. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to delete sensitive files, impacting system availability and integrity.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update to the latest version of bloofoxCMS. Restrict access to administrative functions that allow file manipulation.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-27812 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 full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-27812 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts