Is CVE-2023-42344 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-42344 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-42344 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-42344 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-42344?

CVE-2023-42344 has a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH).

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-42344

Published: April 11, 2026· Updated: May 8, 2026

7.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Alkacon OpenCms before 10.5.1 allows remote unauthenticated attackers to obtain sensitive information via a cmis-online/query XXE attack on a Chemistry servlet.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-42344 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.

CISA has added CVE-2023-42344 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.