Is CVE-2023-6190 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-6190 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-6190 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-6190 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-6190?

CVE-2023-6190 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-6190

CWE-22Published: December 27, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in İzmir Katip Çelebi University University Information Management System allows Absolute Path Traversal.

This issue affects University Information Management System: before 30.11.2023.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The University Information Management System is affected by an absolute path traversal vulnerability. This critical flaw allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to access files outside of the intended directory, potentially leading to full system compromise.

No public exploits are currently known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable due to its network-based attack vector.

Recommended Action

Upgrade the University Information Management System to a version released after 30.11.2023. Restrict access to the management interface to trusted networks only.

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-2023-6190 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.