CVE-2023-40504CWE-78

LG Simple Editor readVideoInfo Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Critical · published May 3, 2024

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High probability of exploitation

CVSS calls it critical at 9.8. It sits in the 99.8th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
89%
Percentile
99.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty command injection allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on LG Simple Editor installations—no authentication required! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to place an order without checking if they're a customer—an open invitation for mischief! An attacker could waltz right in and run any code they please, jeopardizing the entire system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and complete control of the application, making it an absolute nightmare for users!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to place an order without checking if they're a customer—an open invitation for mischief! The vulnerability lies within the readVideoInfo method, where a user-supplied string is executed without proper validation, allowing arbitrary code execution in the context of SYSTEM.

What to do

An attacker could waltz right in and run any code they please, jeopardizing the entire system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and complete control of the application, making it an absolute nightmare for users! To protect yourself, immediately patch LG Simple Editor to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, review your application configurations to ensure only authorized users can invoke sensitive operations. Don't forget to monitor your systems for any suspicious activity! You've got this! With these steps, you'll safeguard your system in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.88728 · 99.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2024-05-03T02:11Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 MAY 02:11Z
    LG Simple Editor readVideoInfo Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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