CVE-2023-6899
CWE-94Published: December 17, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in rmountjoy92 DashMachine 0.5-4. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /settings/save_config of the component Config Handler. The manipulation of the argument value_template leads to code injection. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-248257 was assigned to this vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
DashMachine 0.5-4 contains a code injection vulnerability in the configuration handler. This critical flaw allows remote code execution, resulting in a 9.8 CVSS score.
Public exploit information is available, but the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Upgrade to a patched version of DashMachine and ensure the configuration handler is not exposed to untrusted input.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-6899 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-6899 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts