What is the severity of CVE-2023-40498?

CVE-2023-40498 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40498?

To fix CVE-2023-40498, you should apply the latest security patches provided by LG for the Simple Editor application.

What type of attack does CVE-2023-40498 enable?

CVE-2023-40498 enables remote attackers to perform directory traversal attacks leading to arbitrary code execution.

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-40498?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-40498, making it particularly dangerous.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-40498?

LG Simple Editor is the affected product for CVE-2023-40498.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-40498

critical

9.8

CWE

3/5/2024

18/9/2024

CVE-2023-40498: (0Day) LG Simple Editor cp Command Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )

LG Simple Editor cp Command Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the cp command implemented in the makeDetailContent 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 execute code in the context of SYSTEM. . Was ZDI-CAN-19925.

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-23-1204/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40498?
CVE-2023-40498 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40498?
To fix CVE-2023-40498, you should apply the latest security patches provided by LG for the Simple Editor application.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-40498 enable?
CVE-2023-40498 enables remote attackers to perform directory traversal attacks leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-40498?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-40498, making it particularly dangerous.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-40498?
LG Simple Editor is the affected product for CVE-2023-40498.

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