Is CVE-2023-36281 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-36281 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-36281 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-36281 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-36281?

CVE-2023-36281 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-36281

CWE-94Published: August 22, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in langchain v.0.0.171 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a JSON file to load_prompt. This is related to __subclasses__ or a template.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

LangChain version 0.0.171 is vulnerable to arbitrary code execution when processing malicious JSON files via the load_prompt function. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to execute commands on the host system, posing a significant security risk.

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

Recommended Action

Upgrade to a patched version of LangChain. Avoid processing untrusted or unvalidated JSON input files through the load_prompt function.

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-2023-36281 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.