Is CVE-2023-48860 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-48860 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-48860 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-48860 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-48860?

CVE-2023-48860 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-48860

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: December 7, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

TOTOLINK N300RT version 3.2.4-B20180730.0906 has a post-authentication RCE due to incorrect access control, allows attackers can bypass front-end security restrictions and execute arbitrary code.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

TOTOLINK N300RT firmware contains an access control flaw that allows for remote code execution. Despite being described as post-authentication, the CVSS score indicates a high impact on system integrity and availability.

No public exploit is known. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update the TOTOLINK N300RT firmware to the latest available version.

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-2023-48860 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.