Is CVE-2023-49707 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-49707 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-49707 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-49707 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-49707?

CVE-2023-49707 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-49707

CWE-89Published: December 14, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQLi vulnerability in S5 Register module for Joomla.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The S5 Register module for Joomla is vulnerable to SQL injection, enabling unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary database commands. This critical flaw is rated 9.8, necessitating immediate attention to prevent unauthorized access.

No public exploit is currently known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update the S5 Register module 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-2023-49707 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.