ID:7045 - Exploit for Arbitrary file deletion in WordPress - CVE-2018-12895

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:7045 - Exploit for Arbitrary file deletion in WordPress - CVE-2018-12895

ID:7045 - Exploit for Arbitrary file deletion in WordPress - CVE-2018-12895

Published: November 25, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU13497
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-12895
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
WordPress

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to delete arbitrary file on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper check for user permissions when deleting files. A remote authenticated user with ability to manage media files can send a specially crafted HTTP request and delete arbitrary file on the server.



Remediation

Update to version 4.9.7.