ID:5020 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in WordPress Database Reset - CVE-2020-7048

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:5020 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in WordPress Database Reset - CVE-2020-7048

ID:5020 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in WordPress Database Reset - CVE-2020-7048

Published: January 11, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU24371
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7048
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
WordPress Database Reset

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to missing capability checks or security nonces. A remote attacker can send a simple request and reset any table from the database to the initial WordPress set-up state.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.