CVE-2023-47246
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitIn SysAid On-Premise before 23.3.36, a path traversal vulnerability leads to code execution after an attacker writes a file to the Tomcat webroot, as exploited in the wild in November 2023.
Published Nov 10, 2023 · Updated Jul 31, 2026 · Also known as TR-23-0634
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-47246 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Sysaid.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Nov 8, 2023 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Sysaid 23.3.36.
- 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
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
In SysAid On-Premise before 23.3.36, a path traversal vulnerability leads to code execution after an attacker writes a file to the Tomcat webroot, as exploited in the wild in November 2023.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Nov 13, 2023 | Dec 4, 2023 | Known |
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 8, 2023 | Dec 4, 2023 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | Nov 13, 2023 | Dec 4, 2023 | Known |
| ENISA EUVD | Nov 13, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SysaidSysaid | See advisory | 23.3.36 |
Patched Releases
Sysaid
23.3.36
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 8, 2023
Publicly disclosed
Nov 10, 2023
Added to CISA KEV
Nov 13, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Nov 13, 2023
Added to ENISA EUVD
Nov 13, 2023
Last updated
Jul 31, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
- advisoryhttps://documentation.sysaid.com/docs/on-premise-security-enhancements-2023
- advisoryhttps://thehackernews.com/2023/11/zero-day-alert-lace-tempest-exploits.html
- advisoryhttps://twitter.com/MsftSecIntel/status/1722444141081076219
- advisoryVulnCheck exploitation report
- advisoryUSOM advisory
FAQ
Common Questions.
In SysAid On-Premise before 23.3.36, a path traversal vulnerability leads to code execution after an attacker writes a file to the Tomcat webroot, as exploited in the wild in November 2023.
Affected: Sysaid. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Nov 8, 2023 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on Nov 13, 2023 with a federal remediation due date of Dec 4, 2023.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Sysaid 23.3.36.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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