Is CVE-2023-5790 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-5790 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-5790 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-5790 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-5790?

CVE-2023-5790 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-5790

CWE-434Published: October 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester File Manager App 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file endpoint/add-file.php. The manipulation of the argument uploadedFileName leads to unrestricted upload. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-243595.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

SourceCodester File Manager App 1.0 contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the add-file.php endpoint. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to full system compromise. The high CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the ease of remote exploitation.

No public exploit is currently known, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should restrict access to the file upload functionality or upgrade if a patch becomes available. Ensure file upload directories are not executable.

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-2023-5790 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.