CVE-2023-40517: (0Day) LG SuperSign Media Editor ContentRestController getObject Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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LG SuperSign Media Editor ContentRestController getObject Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of LG SuperSign Media Editor. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the getObject method implemented in the ContentRestController 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-20328.

Affected Software

2 affected components
LG SuperSign Media Editor
LG SuperSign Media Editor=3.11.3_20171108

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:11 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:23 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40517?

CVE-2023-40517 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-40517?

To fix CVE-2023-40517, update the LG SuperSign Media Editor to the latest version provided by LG.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40517?

CVE-2023-40517 is a directory traversal information disclosure vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2023-40517?

CVE-2023-40517 affects installations of the LG SuperSign Media Editor.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-40517?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-40517.

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CVE-2023-40517 - (0Day) LG SuperSign Media Editor ContentRestController getObject Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability - SecAlerts