Is CVE-2023-27843 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-27843 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-27843 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-27843 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-27843?

CVE-2023-27843 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-27843

CWE-89Published: April 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability found in PrestaShop askforaquote v.5.4.2 and before allow a remote attacker to gain privileges via the QuotesProduct::deleteProduct component.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The PrestaShop askforaquote module contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to gain elevated privileges. By exploiting the QuotesProduct::deleteProduct component, an attacker can compromise the application. The critical CVSS score highlights the significant risk to site integrity.

There is no known public exploit, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the askforaquote module to a patched version. Use parameterized queries in all database interactions to mitigate SQL injection risks.

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-2023-27843 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.