CodeIgniter: Uploaded file extension validation bypass in `is_image` and `mime_in` rules

Date Aug 7, 2026
Type Vendor advisory
Signal High-risk advisory
Vendor / Product Composer ยท codeigniter4/framework
CVE CVE-2026-63223
High-risk advisory CVE-2026-63223

Summary

CodeIgniter: Uploaded file extension validation bypass in `is_image` and `mime_in` rules

Why it matters

GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for codeigniter4/framework. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates, especially because EPSS places it in the 40% percentile.

Operator check

Check whether codeigniter4/framework is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. EPSS probability: 0.5%; percentile: 40%.

Sources

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