Vulnerability identifier: #VU23849
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Photo Gallery – Image Gallery by Ape
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: galleryape
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to deactivate arbitrary plugin.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and deactivate arbitrary plugin on the website.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Photo Gallery – Image Gallery by Ape: 2.0.0 - 2.0.6
External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9997/
http://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-ape-gallery-plugin-fixed-authenticated-arbitrary-plugin-deactivation-vulnerability/
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.