CVE-2022-48513CWE-290

Vulnerability of identity verification being bypassed in the Gallery module

published July 6, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
0%
Percentile
38.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ This vulnerability allows identity verification to be bypassed in the Gallery module, opening up unexpected access! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel that doesn’t check IDs at check-in. Anyone can waltz into a room that isn’t theirs — a major mix-up waiting to happen! Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive galleries, potentially revealing private images or data. This could severely compromise user privacy and trust, making it a ticking time bomb for those affected.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that doesn’t check IDs at check-in. Anyone can waltz into a room that isn’t theirs — a major mix-up waiting to happen! This vulnerability occurs when identity verification checks can be bypassed, leading to out-of-bounds access within the Gallery module. This means an attacker could circumvent the intended security measures and access restricted data.

What to do

Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive galleries, potentially revealing private images or data. This could severely compromise user privacy and trust, making it a ticking time bomb for those affected. To mitigate this risk, ensure that robust identity verification mechanisms are in place. Review the Gallery module to implement additional checks and update any dependencies that might be vulnerable. You've got this! With a few adjustments, your security will be as solid as a rock! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00454 · 38.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-290 · Authentication Bypass by Spoofing
Published
2023-07-06T12:42Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JUL 12:42Z
    Vulnerability of identity verification being bypassed in the Gallery module
    cvelistv5