How severe is CVE-2023-40516?

CVE-2023-40516 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-40516 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-40516?

CVE-2023-40516 affects Lg Simple Editor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40516?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2023-40516 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-40516 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-45087.

When was CVE-2023-40516 published?

CVE-2023-40516 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-40516

CVE-2023-40516 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lg Simple Editor with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-732.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (14th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-45087
Weakness: CWE-732
Affected product: Lg Simple Editor
Published: 2024-05-03
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

LG Simple Editor Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product installer. The product sets incorrect permissions on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-20327.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-40516?: LG Simple Editor Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product installer. The product sets incorrect permissions on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-20327.
How severe is CVE-2023-40516?: CVE-2023-40516 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-40516 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-40516?: CVE-2023-40516 affects Lg Simple Editor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40516?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2023-40516 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-40516 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-45087.
When was CVE-2023-40516 published?: CVE-2023-40516 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1218/

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:lg:simple_editor:3.21.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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