CVE-2023-39980
CWE-89Published: September 2, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability that allows the unauthorized disclosure of authenticated information has been identified in MXsecurity versions prior to v1.0.1. This vulnerability arises when special elements are not neutralized correctly, allowing remote attackers to alter SQL commands.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-39980 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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 8.1.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-39980 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts