Is CVE-2023-52038 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-52038 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-52038 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-52038 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-52038?

CVE-2023-52038 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-52038

CWE-77Published: January 24, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue discovered in TOTOLINK X6000R v9.4.0cu.852_B20230719 allows attackers to run arbitrary commands via the sub_415C80 function.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This flaw in the TOTOLINK X6000R allows for arbitrary command execution via a specific internal function. The critical 9.8 CVSS score highlights the high potential for total system compromise.

No public exploit is currently known. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest available firmware updates from the manufacturer to address this command execution risk.

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-2023-52038 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.