Is CVE-2023-36188 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-36188 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-36188 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-36188 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-36188?

CVE-2023-36188 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-36188

CWE-74Published: July 6, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in langchain v.0.0.64 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the PALChain parameter in the Python exec method.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in LangChain allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by leveraging the PALChain parameter. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw poses a severe risk as it allows full system compromise without authentication.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable due to the network attack vector and low complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should update LangChain to a version beyond 0.0.64 to remediate this 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-2023-36188 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.