Is CVE-2023-41442 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-41442 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-41442 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-41442 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-41442?

CVE-2023-41442 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-41442

CWE-287Published: November 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in Kloudq Technologies Limited Tor Equip 1.0, Tor Loco Mini 1.0 through 3.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to the MQTT component.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A vulnerability in Kloudq Tor products allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a crafted request to the MQTT component. This critical flaw allows for complete system takeover.

There is no public exploit circulating for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest firmware updates provided by Kloudq Technologies. Isolate MQTT components from public network access where possible.

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-2023-41442 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-287): Authentication bypass vulnerabilities allow attackers to access protected resources without valid credentials.