Is CVE-2023-39726 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-39726 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-39726 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-39726 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-39726?

CVE-2023-39726 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-39726

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: October 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in Mintty v.3.6.4 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via crafted commands to the terminal.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Mintty versions 3.6.4 and earlier are vulnerable to arbitrary code execution via crafted terminal commands. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to compromise the system.

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

Recommended Action

Upgrade Mintty to a version beyond 3.6.4 to remediate the 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-2023-39726 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.