#VU79977 Improper Authentication in Simple Editor - CVE-2023-40511

Vulnerability identifier: #VU79977

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-40511

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Simple Editor
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications

Vendor: LG Electronics

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error within the checkServer method. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Simple Editor: All versions

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1215/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.