#VU23849 Improper access control in Photo Gallery - Image Gallery by Ape

Vulnerability identifier: #VU23849

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Photo Gallery - Image Gallery by Ape
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: galleryape

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to deactivate arbitrary plugin.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and deactivate arbitrary plugin on the website.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Photo Gallery - Image Gallery by Ape: 2.0.0 - 2.0.6

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External links
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9997/
https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-ape-gallery-plugin-fixed-authenticated-arbitrary-plugin-deactivation-vulnerability/

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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.