CVE-2023-46584
CWE-89Published: October 25, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
SQL Injection vulnerability in PHPGurukul Nipah virus (NiV) " Testing Management System v.1.0 allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges via a crafted request to the new-user-testing.php endpoint.
Risk Analysis
PHPGurukul Nipah virus Testing Management System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection via the new-user-testing.php endpoint. This allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges and potentially compromise the entire system. The CVSS score of 9.8 indicates a critical risk level.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Apply input sanitization to all parameters in the new-user-testing.php file. Ensure the application is not exposed to untrusted networks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-46584 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.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-46584 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts