What is the severity of CVE-2023-40514?

CVE-2023-40514 is classified with a moderate severity level, as it can lead to information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40514?

To fix CVE-2023-40514, ensure you apply the latest security patches provided by LG for the Simple Editor.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40514?

CVE-2023-40514 is a directory traversal information disclosure vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-40514?

CVE-2023-40514 affects installations of LG Simple Editor that allow remote access.

Can CVE-2023-40514 be exploited without authentication?

No, CVE-2023-40514 requires authentication to exploit, but it still poses a risk of sensitive information disclosure.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-40514

medium

6.5

CWE

3/5/2024

18/9/2024

CVE-2023-40514: (0Day) LG Simple Editor FileManagerController getImageByFilename Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )

LG Simple Editor FileManagerController getImageByFilename Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the getImageByFilename method in the FileManagerController class. 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 disclose information in the context of SYSTEM. . Was ZDI-CAN-20016.

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-23-1196/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40514?
CVE-2023-40514 is classified with a moderate severity level, as it can lead to information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40514?
To fix CVE-2023-40514, ensure you apply the latest security patches provided by LG for the Simple Editor.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40514?
CVE-2023-40514 is a directory traversal information disclosure vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-40514?
CVE-2023-40514 affects installations of LG Simple Editor that allow remote access.
Can CVE-2023-40514 be exploited without authentication?
No, CVE-2023-40514 requires authentication to exploit, but it still poses a risk of sensitive information disclosure.

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