CVE-2023-27040

Simple Image Gallery v1.0 was discovered to contain a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the username parameter

Critical · published March 16, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A single rogue username is all it takes to unleash chaos! Simple Image Gallery v1.0 has been found to harbor a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that can let an attacker run any code on your server! Think of this vulnerability like a hotel check-in that never verifies the identity of guests at the front desk — anyone could walk in and take over a room without ever showing ID! The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could execute any code they desire, potentially accessing sensitive information, altering files, or even taking control of the entire server. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could lead to a full-blown security disaster for your users and your organization!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a hotel check-in that never verifies the identity of guests at the front desk — anyone could walk in and take over a room without ever showing ID! This RCE vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious code through the username parameter, bypassing security checks and gaining unauthorized access to the server environment.

What to do

The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could execute any code they desire, potentially accessing sensitive information, altering files, or even taking control of the entire server. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could lead to a full-blown security disaster for your users and your organization! Immediate action is crucial! Patch Simple Image Gallery to version 1.1 or higher, and ensure proper input validation for all user parameters. Regularly audit your systems for any other vulnerabilities and consider implementing web application firewalls for additional protection. You've got this! Stay proactive, follow these steps, and you'll be back in safe territory in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01982 · 80.4th percentile
Published
2023-03-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAR 00:00Z
    Simple Image Gallery v1.0 was discovered to contain a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the username parameter
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