Is CVE-2023-39480 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-39480 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-39480 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-39480 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-39480?

CVE-2023-39480 has a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2023-39480

CWE-552Published: May 3, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Softing Secure Integration Server FileDirectory OPC UA Object Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of Softing Secure Integration Server. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed.

The specific flaw exists within the handling of FileDirectory OPC UA Objects. The issue results from allowing unauthorized access to the filesystem. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-20549.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-39480 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

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

A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 6.5.