What is the severity of CVE-2023-40492?

CVE-2023-40492 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote file deletion on affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40492?

To fix CVE-2023-40492, update the LG Simple Editor to the latest version provided by LG that addresses this vulnerability.

Who can exploit CVE-2023-40492?

CVE-2023-40492 can be exploited by remote attackers without the need for authentication.

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-40492?

CVE-2023-40492 affects installations of LG Simple Editor.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40492?

CVE-2023-40492 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows arbitrary file deletion.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-40492

high

8.2

CWE

3/5/2024

18/9/2024

CVE-2023-40492: (0Day) LG Simple Editor deleteCheckSession Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )

LG Simple Editor deleteCheckSession Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the deleteCheckSession method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to delete files in the context of SYSTEM. . Was ZDI-CAN-19919.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
LG Simple Editor

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Reference Links

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1198/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40492?
CVE-2023-40492 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote file deletion on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40492?
To fix CVE-2023-40492, update the LG Simple Editor to the latest version provided by LG that addresses this vulnerability.
Who can exploit CVE-2023-40492?
CVE-2023-40492 can be exploited by remote attackers without the need for authentication.
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-40492?
CVE-2023-40492 affects installations of LG Simple Editor.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40492?
CVE-2023-40492 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows arbitrary file deletion.

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