Security restrictions bypass in Ultimate FAQ plugin for WordPress



Published: 2019-09-20
Risk Medium
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID N/A
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software
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Vendor Etoile Web Design

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU21238

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within "Functions/EWD_UFAQ_Import.php" and "Functions/EWD_UFAQ_Export.php" scripts. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and perform import/export of files that can lead to arbitrary post creation on the website.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Ultimate FAQ: 1.0.0 - 1.8.24

External links

http://blog.nintechnet.com/unauthenticated-options-import-vulnerability-in-wordpress-ultimate-faq-p...


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.



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