CVE-2023-31873

Name: CVE-2023-31873
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-05-28T23:15:09.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.35%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-31873 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Gin 0.7.4 allows execution of arbitrary code when a crafted file is opened, e.g., via require('child_process').. EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Gin 0.7.4 allows execution of arbitrary code when a crafted file is opened, e.g., via require('child_process').

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.35%

67.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gin Project	Gin	0.7.4

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/172530/Gin-Markdown-Editor-0.7.4-Arbitrary-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/172530/Gin-Markdown-Editor-0.7.4-Arbitrary-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: May 28, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-31873?

Gin 0.7.4 allows execution of arbitrary code when a crafted file is opened, e.g., via require('child_process').

How severe is CVE-2023-31873?

CVE-2023-31873 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-31873?

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-2023-31873?

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Source: NVD / NIST