Is CVE-2023-33493 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-33493 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-33493 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-33493 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-33493?

CVE-2023-33493 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-33493

CWE-434Published: August 1, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in the Ajaxmanager File and Database explorer (ajaxmanager) module for PrestaShop through 2.3.0, allows remote attackers to upload dangerous files without restrictions.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Ajaxmanager module for PrestaShop allows for the unrestricted upload of dangerous file types. This critical vulnerability enables remote attackers to upload malicious files, potentially leading to full system compromise.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the Ajaxmanager module to a version that restricts file uploads or remove the module if it is not required.

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-2023-33493 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.