CVE-2023-38646
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitMetabase open source before 0.46.6.1 and Metabase Enterprise before 1.46.6.1 allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server, at the server's privilege level.
Published Jul 21, 2023 · Updated Aug 12, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-38646 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Metabase.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 13, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Metabase 0.43.7.2, Metabase 1.43.7.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
99%
Higher than 99.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Metabase open source before 0.46.6.1 and Metabase Enterprise before 1.46.6.1 allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server, at the server's privilege level. Authentication is not required for exploitation. The other fixed versions are 0.45.4.1, 1.45.4.1, 0.44.7.1, 1.44.7.1, 0.43.7.2, and 1.43.7.2.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 13, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 13, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| MetabaseMetabase | See advisory | 0.43.7.2 |
Patched Releases
Metabase
0.43.7.2, 1.43.7.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 21, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 13, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 13, 2023
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2023/38xxx/CVE-2023-38646.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-38646
- advisoryhttps://www.metabase.com/blog/security-advisory
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Metabase open source before 0.46.6.1 and Metabase Enterprise before 1.46.6.1 allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server, at the server's privilege level.
Affected: Metabase. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 13, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Metabase 0.43.7.2, Metabase 1.43.7.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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