Jamille Matt's goal was his 15th of the season in all competitions for Newport County
Newport County secured their first League Two win since November as Jamile Matt's goal proved enough to beat Exeter.
Matt broke the deadlock with 19 minutes remaining, scoring from close range to give Mike Flynn's side a boost ahead of next Saturday's FA Cup trip to Middlesbrough.
Ryan Bowman had Exeter's best chance with his effort hitting the crossbar.
Newport remain 13th in League Two while Exeter stay eighth.
Newport County manager Mike Flynn said: "It's an important three points. I'm over the moon because the boys have dug deep.
"They've really worked hard to try and get this and change it to get it right.
"They got their rewards today because without being great in the final third I thought we were the better team and created the most chances."
