Is CVE-2023-46981 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-46981 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-46981 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-46981 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-46981?

CVE-2023-46981 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-46981

CWE-89Published: November 5, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in Novel-Plus v.4.2.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the sort parameter in /common/log/list.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Novel-Plus is vulnerable to SQL injection via the sort parameter, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. The critical severity highlights the risk of complete system compromise.

There is no known public exploit, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security patches provided by the vendor for Novel-Plus.

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-2023-46981 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.