Is CVE-2023-6316 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-6316 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-6316 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-6316 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-6316?

CVE-2023-6316 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-6316

CWE-434Published: January 11, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The MW WP Form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the '_single_file_upload' function in versions up to, and including, 5.0.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The MW WP Form plugin for WordPress contains a flaw that allows unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files to the server. This vulnerability is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution, which could lead to a full system compromise.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not listed in CISA's KEV catalog. However, it is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should ensure they are running a version of the MW WP Form plugin beyond 5.0.1. Administrators should also restrict file upload permissions and implement strict file type validation.

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-2023-6316 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.