Dangerous file upload in Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | N/A |
| CWE-ID | CWE-434 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress Web applications / Modules and components for CMS |
| Vendor | Brian Batt |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Arbitrary file upload
EUVDB-ID: #VU18972
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: N/A
CWE-ID:
CWE-434 - Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file uploads. A remote attacker can upload and execute a PHP file using the plugin option to upload a zip archive on the system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsInsert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress: 4.296 - 4.2998
External linkshttp://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46981
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
