CVE-2023-43909
CWE-89Published: September 29, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Hospital Management System thru commit 4770d was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the app_contact parameter in appsearch.php.
Risk Analysis
The Hospital Management System contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the appsearch.php file via the app_contact parameter. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, posing a significant risk to data integrity and confidentiality.
The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity. No public exploit is currently known, and it is not in the KEV.
Sanitize the app_contact input parameter using prepared statements. Review the application code for similar injection points.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-43909 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), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-43909 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts