Is CVE-2023-48118 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-48118 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-48118 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-48118 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-48118?

CVE-2023-48118 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-48118

CWE-89Published: January 22, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL Injection vulnerability in Quest Analytics LLC IQCRM v.2023.9.5 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to the Common.svc WSDL page.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Quest Analytics IQCRM is affected by a SQL injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through the Common.svc WSDL page. This critical flaw is highly dangerous due to its potential for full system compromise.

There is no public exploit information available, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Ensure the IQCRM software is updated to a version beyond 2023.9.5 and restrict access to administrative WSDL pages.

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-2023-48118 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.