Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Narcissus Image Configuration
CVE-2012-10033

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Ångström Distribution Project

Status
Narcissus
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 60%

What is CVE-2012-10033?

Narcissus, a web application utilized for image processing, exhibits a significant vulnerability allowing for remote code execution. This issue arises from insufficient sanitization of user input in the backend.php script during the image configuration workflow. Specifically, the release parameter is passed directly to the configure_image() function without proper validation. This oversight enables attackers to exploit the vulnerability via crafted POST requests, potentially executing arbitrary commands within the context of the web server. It is crucial for users of Narcissus to be aware of this vulnerability and implement necessary security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Narcissus *

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2012-10033 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2012-10033 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2012-10033 - Proof of Concept

References

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-frame...
exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/22709
exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/22856
exploit

EPSS Score

60% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V4

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dun
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