Is CVE-2023-4201 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-4201 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-4201 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-4201 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-4201?

CVE-2023-4201 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-4201

CWE-89Published: August 7, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Inventory Management System 1.0 and classified as critical. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file ex_catagory_data.php. The manipulation of the argument columns[1][data] leads to sql injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-236291.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The SourceCodester Inventory Management System is vulnerable to SQL injection via the ex_catagory_data.php script, allowing remote attackers to manipulate database queries. This critical vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8.

While the exploit has been disclosed publicly, it is not currently in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Apply patches provided by the vendor or restrict access to the affected script.

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-2023-4201 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.