CVE-2023-52311
CWE-78Published: January 3, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
PaddlePaddle before 2.6.0 has a command injection in _wget_download. This resulted in the ability to execute arbitrary commands on the operating system.
Risk Analysis
A command injection vulnerability exists in the _wget_download function of PaddlePaddle, enabling arbitrary command execution on the operating system. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to compromise the host system. The high severity rating indicates a significant risk to system integrity and security.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV. The flaw is remotely exploitable.
Upgrade to PaddlePaddle version 2.6.0 or later to fix the command injection flaw.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-52311 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-52311 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts