HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2023-6438
MEDIUM

CVE-2023-6438

CWE-837Published: November 30, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.3
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Thecosy IceCMS 2.0.1. Affected is an unknown function of the file /WebArticle/articles/ of the component Like Handler. The manipulation leads to improper enforcement of a single, unique action. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-246438 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-6438 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.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L

Affected Vendors & Products

thecosy1 product(s)
icecms
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

ADVISORYhttp://124.71.147.32:8082
ADVISORYhttps://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246438
ADVISORYhttps://vuldb.com/?id.246438
ADVISORYhttp://124.71.147.32:8082
ADVISORYhttps://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246438
ADVISORYhttps://vuldb.com/?id.246438

All References (6)

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http://124.71.147.32:8082Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246438Third Party Advisory
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https://vuldb.com/?id.246438Third Party Advisory
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http://124.71.147.32:8082Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246438Third Party Advisory
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https://vuldb.com/?id.246438Third Party Advisory

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2023-6438
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-837
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedNov 30, 2023

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Recommended Actions

  • →Apply vendor patches immediately
  • →Monitor CVE-2023-6438 in threat intel feeds
  • →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.
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