Is CVE-2023-5716 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-5716 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-5716 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-5716 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-5716?

CVE-2023-5716 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-5716

CWE-306Published: January 19, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

ASUS Armoury Crate has a vulnerability in arbitrary file write and allows remote attackers to access or modify arbitrary files by sending specific HTTP requests without permission.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

ASUS Armoury Crate is vulnerable to arbitrary file write, allowing remote attackers to modify or access system files without authorization. The 9.8 CVSS score highlights the critical nature of this remote access flaw.

The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity, but no public exploit is currently known.

Recommended Action

Users should apply the latest security updates provided by ASUS for Armoury Crate.

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-2023-5716 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.