CVE-2025-0722 in image_gallery
Summary
by MITRE • 01/27/2025
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in needyamin image_gallery 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/gallery.php of the component Cover Image Handler. The manipulation of the argument image leads to unrestricted upload. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/16/2025
This critical vulnerability exists in the needyamin image_gallery 1.0 application within the Cover Image Handler component, specifically in the /admin/gallery.php file. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly restrict file uploads, allowing attackers to bypass security controls and upload malicious files to the server. The vulnerability is categorized as an unrestricted upload issue, which represents a severe security weakness that can lead to complete system compromise.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker manipulates the image parameter within the Cover Image Handler functionality. This parameter lacks proper validation to verify file types, extensions, or content, enabling the upload of arbitrary files including web shells, malicious scripts, or other harmful executables. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable, meaning attackers do not require physical access to the system or local network privileges to carry out attacks, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. The lack of vendor response despite early disclosure indicates potential negligence in addressing critical security concerns.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, potentially enabling attackers to achieve remote code execution, data breaches, and complete system compromise. An attacker could upload web shells to execute arbitrary commands on the server, gain persistent access to the system, and use the compromised server as a launching point for further attacks against network infrastructure. This vulnerability directly violates security principles outlined in CWE-434, which addresses the improper restriction of uploads of executable code, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications. The unrestricted upload capability can result in denial of service, data exfiltration, and establishment of command and control channels.
Organizations should immediately implement multiple layers of defense to protect against this vulnerability. The primary mitigation involves adding strict file type validation and content verification to prevent execution of malicious files, implementing proper file extension restrictions, and ensuring uploaded files are stored outside the web root directory. Network segmentation and web application firewalls should be deployed to monitor and block suspicious upload attempts. Additionally, the application should enforce proper authentication and authorization controls, implement file size limits, and conduct regular security audits of uploaded content. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation and proper security controls in web applications, as outlined in OWASP Top 10 A01:2021 - Broken Access Control and A04:2021 - Insecure Design principles.