CVE-2023-53981
Thibaud-rohmer Photoshow remote code execution
- Published22 Dec 2025
Description
PhotoShow 3.0 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to inject malicious commands through the exiftran path configuration. Attackers can exploit the ffmpeg configuration settings by base64 encoding a reverse shell command and executing it through a crafted video upload process.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://github.com/thibaud-rohmer/PhotoShow
- https://lscp.llc/index.php/2021/07/19/how-white-box-hacking-works-remote-code-execution-and-stored-xss-in-photoshow-3-0/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51236
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/photoshow-remote-code-execution-via-exiftran-path-injection
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-53981 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-53981 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.93%.
How severe is CVE-2023-53981?
CVE-2023-53981 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-53981?
Affected products include Thibaud-rohmer Photoshow.
How do I fix CVE-2023-53981?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.