CVE-2023-28340

Name: CVE-2023-28340
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-11T01:15:07.11+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 3.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-28340 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager through 16320 allows the admin user to conduct an XXE attack.. EPSS estimates a 3.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager through 16320 allows the admin user to conduct an XXE attack.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

3.20%

86.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	< 16.3	—
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	16.3	Build16300

References

https://manageengine.comProduct
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/security-updates/security-updates-cve-2023-28340.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://manageengine.comProduct
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/security-updates/security-updates-cve-2023-28340.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 11, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-28340?

Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager through 16320 allows the admin user to conduct an XXE attack.

How severe is CVE-2023-28340?

CVE-2023-28340 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-28340?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-28340?

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Source: NVD / NIST