Vulnerability identifier: #VU21579
Vulnerability 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:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Export Users to CSV
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: Boopathi Rajan
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due the generated CSV files are stored in a public directory with a predictable filename based on a Unix timestamp. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Export Users to CSV: 1.2 - 1.3
External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9897/
http://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2159451/export-users/trunk
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.