Arbitrary file upload in Super Interactive Maps for WordPress plugin

1) Arbitrary file upload

EUVDB-ID: #VU47898

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-434 - Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload. A remote attacker can set the Content-Type header to "Content-Type: text/csv", as well as use a double extension to bypass the checks in place, upload a malicious file and execute it on the server.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Super Interactive Maps for WordPress: 1.0.1 - 1.9

External links

http://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10439
http://superstorefinder.net/support/forums/topic/security-patch-updates-post-penetration-test/
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159627/

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.