Is CVE-2023-4480 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-4480 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-4480 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-4480 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-4480?

CVE-2023-4480 has a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2023-4480

CWE-538Published: September 5, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Due to an out-of-date dependency in the “Fusion File Manager” component accessible through the admin panel, an attacker can send a crafted request that allows them to read the contents of files on the system accessible within the privileges of the running process. Additionally, they may write files to arbitrary locations, provided the files pass the application’s mime-type and file extension validation.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-4480 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires high privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 5.5.