CVE-2026-42028
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2026-42028 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. novaGallery is a php image gallery. Prior to version 2.1.1, a path traversal vulnerability has been identified in novaGallery. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
novaGallery is a php image gallery. Prior to version 2.1.1, a path traversal vulnerability has been identified in novaGallery. This allows unauthenticated users to read image files outside the intended gallery root directory. This issue has been patched in version 2.1.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-42028?
novaGallery is a php image gallery. Prior to version 2.1.1, a path traversal vulnerability has been identified in novaGallery. This allows unauthenticated users to read image files outside the intended gallery root directory. This issue has been patched in version 2.1.1.
How severe is CVE-2026-42028?
CVE-2026-42028 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42028?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-42028?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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