CVE-2023-40023
MediumCVSS 6.5Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Elevated risk56th percentile - higher than 56% of all known CVEs
Summary
The Yak Engine has a local file inclusion (LFI) vulnerability that allows attackers to include files from the server's local file system through the web application. Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to unintended exposure of sensitive data or potential remote code execution.
Risk Assessment
Organizations using vulnerable versions of the Yak Engine may be at risk of data exposure and other security breaches. If exploited, attackers could gain access to confidential information or take control of the system.
Recommendation
It is recommended to upgrade to version 1.2.4-sp1, where this vulnerability has been patched. Users unable to upgrade should avoid exposing vulnerable versions to untrusted input and monitor for unexpected server behavior.
Original NVD description (English source)
yaklang is a programming language designed for cybersecurity. The Yak Engine has been found to contain a local file inclusion (LFI) vulnerability. This vulnerability allows attackers to include files from the server's local file system through the web application. When exploited, this can lead to the unintended exposure of sensitive data, potential remote code execution, or other security breaches. Users utilizing versions of the Yak Engine prior to 1.2.4-sp1 are impacted. This vulnerability has been patched in version 1.2.4-sp1. Users are advised to upgrade. users unable to upgrade may avoid exposing vulnerable versions to untrusted input and to closely monitor any unexpected server behavior until they can upgrade.