Is CVE-2023-40623 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-40623 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-40623 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-40623 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-40623?

CVE-2023-40623 has a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2023-40623

CWE-1386Published: September 12, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SAP BusinessObjects Suite Installer - version 420, 430, allows an attacker within the network to create a directory under temporary directory and link it to a directory with operating system files. On successful exploitation the attacker can delete all the operating system files causing a limited impact on integrity and completely compromising the availability of the system.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-40623 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 availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.1.