CVE-2026-94123
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Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Download in NextGEN Gallery

Publication date: 2026-09-30

Last updated on: 2026-09-30

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Download in NextGEN Gallery <= 4.5.0 versions.

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Published
2026-09-30
Last Modified
2026-09-30
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-94123
EUVD
EUVD-2026-89840

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
photocrati nextgen_gallery 4.5.0
imagely nextgen_gallery to 4.5.0 (inc)

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CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Download flaw in the NextGEN Gallery WordPress plugin versions 4.5.0 and earlier. It allows attackers to download private files from the server without authentication, potentially exposing sensitive data like passwords or encryption keys.

Detection Guidance

Check if the NextGEN Gallery plugin version is 4.5.0 or earlier. Look for unusual file download activity or unauthorized access attempts in server logs. Use commands like 'grep -r "nextgen-gallery" /var/log/' to inspect logs for plugin-related requests.

Impact Analysis

Attackers can exploit this to steal sensitive files from your server, leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or further attacks. The high CVSS score (7.5) indicates significant risk, and mass-exploit campaigns are expected. Immediate patching or mitigation is required to prevent compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data exposure, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) by allowing access to sensitive files. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the NextGEN Gallery plugin to version 4.5.1 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, apply the Patchstack mitigation rule to block attacks until the update is applied. Contact your hosting provider or web developer for assistance if needed.

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