CVE-2023-33361
CWE-89Published: May 23, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Piwigo 13.6.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via /admin/permalinks.php.
Risk Analysis
A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the admin/permalinks.php file of Piwigo 13.6.0. This flaw allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to manipulate database queries, posing a critical risk to data integrity and system control.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, though it is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Apply the latest security patches provided by the Piwigo project. Restrict access to administrative files to authorized personnel only.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-33361 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-33361 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts