Is CVE-2023-5245 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-5245 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-5245 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-5245 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-5245?

CVE-2023-5245 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-5245

CWE-22Published: November 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

FileUtil.extract() enumerates all zip file entries and extracts each file without validating whether file paths in the archive are outside the intended directory.

When creating an instance of TensorflowModel using the saved_model format and an exported tensorflow model, the apply() function invokes the vulnerable implementation of FileUtil.extract().

Arbitrary file creation can directly lead to code execution

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

MLeap is vulnerable to arbitrary file creation because it fails to validate file paths during extraction, which can lead to remote code execution. This critical flaw allows an attacker to overwrite system files.

There is no known public exploit, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade MLeap to a version that includes path validation in the FileUtil.extract() function. Avoid processing untrusted zip archives.

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-2023-5245 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.