Is CVE-2023-38950 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-38950 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-38950 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-38950 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-38950?

CVE-2023-38950 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-38950

Published: May 19, 2025

EPSS:80.79%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.1th

Official Description

ZKTeco BioTime contains a path traversal vulnerability in the iclock API that allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files via supplying a crafted payload.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

ZKTeco BioTime Path Traversal Vulnerability

ZKTeco BioTime contains a path traversal vulnerability in the iclock API that allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files via supplying a crafted payload.

Added to KEV: 2025-05-19Federal patch deadline: 2025-06-09

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

ZKTeco BioTime is vulnerable to a path traversal flaw in its iclock API, allowing unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files. With an EPSS score of 0.80791 and confirmed exploitation, this is a critical vulnerability that can lead to sensitive information disclosure.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog, confirming its use by attackers. The unauthenticated nature of the exploit makes it highly dangerous.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security patches and updates from ZKTeco for BioTime to address this path traversal vulnerability. Restrict network access to the iclock API and monitor for suspicious activity.

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-2023-38950 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2023-38950 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.