Is CVE-2023-40852 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-40852 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-40852 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-40852 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-40852?

CVE-2023-40852 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-40852

CWE-89Published: October 16, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL Injection vulnerability in Phpgurukul User Registration & Login and User Management System With admin panel 3.0 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via crafted string in the admin user name field on the admin log in page.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This is a SQL injection vulnerability in the admin login page of the Phpgurukul User Registration & Login system. It allows an attacker to manipulate database queries to access sensitive information, and the critical CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the high potential for impact.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable due to the network attack vector and low complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should check for updates from the vendor and ensure that input validation is strictly enforced on all administrative login fields.

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-2023-40852 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.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.