CVE-2026-1423 code-projects Online Examination System admin_pic.php unrestricted upload

Medium 5.3 Published 26 Jan 2026 Updated 23 Feb 2026

Remote attackers can upload arbitrary files via admin_pic.php, potentially leading to code execution on the server.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-1423?

CVE-2026-1423 is a medium-severity vulnerability in code-projects Online Examination System, published on 26 Jan 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was determined in code-projects Online Examination System 1.0. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /admin_pic.php. Executing a manipulation can lead to unrestricted upload. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.

Weakness: CWE-434, CWE-284

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-1423?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fabian Online Examination System.

How do I fix CVE-2026-1423?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-1423 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2026-1423 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-1423 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9w82-gm38-254c.