CVE-2026-28409
Critical RCE in WeGIA Database Restore via Crafted Filename
Publication date: 2026-02-27
Last updated on: 2026-03-03
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wegia | wegia | to 3.6.5 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the WeGIA web manager for charitable institutions prior to version 3.6.5. It is a critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) flaw in the application's database restoration functionality. An attacker who has administrative access can exploit this by uploading a backup file with a specially crafted filename, which allows them to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the server.
Administrative access can be obtained through a previously reported Authentication Bypass vulnerability, making this RCE vulnerability particularly dangerous.
The issue is fixed in version 3.6.5 of WeGIA.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts because it allows an attacker with administrative access to execute arbitrary commands on the server hosting the WeGIA application.
- Complete compromise of the server, including access to sensitive data.
- Potential disruption or destruction of data and services.
- Use of the compromised server as a launch point for further attacks.
- Loss of trust and damage to the reputation of the charitable institution using WeGIA.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately upgrade the WeGIA application to version 3.6.5 or later, as this version contains the fix for the critical Remote Code Execution issue.
Additionally, restrict administrative access to trusted users only, since the vulnerability requires administrative privileges to be exploited.