What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Valiano Unite Gallery Lite allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Unite Gallery Lite: from n/a through 1.7.59.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Unite Gallery Lite versions up to 1.7.59 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to read files outside the intended directory. An attacker with administrative access can craft requests to access sensitive files on the server. The vulnerability requires admin-level credentials and does not affect file modification or system availability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read arbitrary files on the server outside the gallery directory.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Admins with malicious intent or compromised admin accounts can access sensitive files like configuration or database backups.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have administrative privileges on the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 17, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated