CVE-2023-29492

Name: CVE-2023-29492
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-11T05:15:07.393+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 2.69%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-29492 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Novi Survey before 8.9.43676 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server in the context of the service account. This does not provide access to stored survey or response data.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 2.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Novi Survey before 8.9.43676 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server in the context of the service account. This does not provide access to stored survey or response data.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

2.69%

84.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by May 4, 2023.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
3rdmill	Novi Survey	< 8.9.43676

References

https://novisurvey.net/blog/novi-survey-security-advisory-apr-2023.aspxVendor Advisory
https://novisurvey.net/blog/novi-survey-security-advisory-apr-2023.aspxVendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-29492US Government Resource

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-29492?

Novi Survey before 8.9.43676 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server in the context of the service account. This does not provide access to stored survey or response data.

How severe is CVE-2023-29492?

CVE-2023-29492 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2023-29492?

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-2023-29492?

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Source: NVD / NIST