Is CVE-2023-4601 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-4601 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-4601 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-4601 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-4601?

CVE-2023-4601 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-4601

CWE-121Published: October 18, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in NI System Configuration that could result in information disclosure and/or arbitrary code execution. Successful exploitation requires that an attacker can provide a specially crafted response. This affects NI System Configuration 2023 Q3 and all previous versions.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

NI System Configuration is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow that can lead to information disclosure or arbitrary code execution. The critical severity is driven by the potential for remote exploitation.

No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should update NI System Configuration to a version beyond 2023 Q3 or apply the latest patches provided by the vendor.

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-2023-4601 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.