Is CVE-2023-51126 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-51126 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-51126 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-51126 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-51126?

CVE-2023-51126 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-51126

CWE-77Published: January 10, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Command injection vulnerability in /usr/www/res.php in FLIR AX8 up to 1.46.16 allows attackers to run arbitrary commands via the value parameter. NOTE: The vendor has stated that with the introduction of firmware version 1.49.16 (Jan 2023) the FLIR AX8 should no longer be affected by the vulnerability reported. Latest firmware version (as of Oct 2025, was released Jun 2024) is 1.55.16.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The FLIR AX8 firmware contains a command injection vulnerability that allows attackers to run arbitrary commands via the value parameter. This critical flaw was addressed in firmware version 1.49.16.

No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the FLIR AX8 firmware to the latest version, which is 1.55.16 as of October 2025. Ensure that the device is not exposed to untrusted networks.

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-2023-51126 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.