What the vulnerability does
01Description
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Wasiliy Strecker / ContestGallery developer Contest Gallery contest-gallery allows Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Contest Gallery: from n/a through <= 28.1.2.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Contest Gallery versions up to 28.1.2.1 contain a server-side request forgery vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can make the site send HTTP requests to internal or external systems on the attacker's behalf. The vulnerability affects confidentiality and integrity but not availability. Scope is changed, meaning the impact may extend beyond the vulnerable component itself.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Make the site send HTTP requests to internal systems or external URLs under the attacker's control.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers with user accounts can probe internal networks, access internal services, or trigger actions on external systems via your site.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege authenticated account; no user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 25, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated