CVE-2024-23761

Server Side Template Injection in Gambio 4.9.2.0 allows attackers to run arbitrary code via crafted smarty email template

Critical · published February 12, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
50.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty email template is all it takes to exploit this vulnerability! Gambio 4.9.2.0 has a Server-Side Template Injection flaw that lets attackers run arbitrary code. ⚠️ Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking what’s really on the menu — an attacker can sneak in any dish they desire without the kitchen catching on! If successfully exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to a full compromise of sensitive data, unauthorized access, or even a complete takeover of your system. It’s absolutely devastating for anyone relying on Gambio for their online presence!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking what’s really on the menu — an attacker can sneak in any dish they desire without the kitchen catching on! This vulnerability stems from the improper handling of crafted smarty email templates, allowing attackers to inject malicious code that the server executes. Essentially, the server trusts the email template implicitly, which poses a severe security risk.

What to do

If successfully exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to a full compromise of sensitive data, unauthorized access, or even a complete takeover of your system. It’s absolutely devastating for anyone relying on Gambio for their online presence! To mitigate this risk, immediately update to the latest Gambio version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, review and sanitize any custom email templates to ensure they don't contain exploitable code. It's also a good idea to implement strict input validation and monitoring for any unusual server behavior. You’ve got this! Take these steps, and you’ll have your Gambio environment secure 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
0.00659 · 50.9th percentile
Published
2024-02-12T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 FEB 00:00Z
    Server Side Template Injection in Gambio 4.9.2.0 allows attackers to run arbitrary code via crafted smarty email template
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