CVE-2023-51052
CWE-89Published: December 21, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
S-CMS v5.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the A_formauth parameter at /admin/ajax.php.
Risk Analysis
S-CMS v5.0 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the A_formauth parameter within the admin/ajax.php file. This flaw allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary database commands, resulting in a CVSS score of 9.8.
No public exploit is known for this issue, and it is not currently tracked in the KEV database. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Administrators should update S-CMS to a patched version if available. Implement strict input sanitization for all parameters handled by the admin/ajax.php script.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-51052 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-2023-51052 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts