#VU24149 Improper Authentication in InfiniteWP Client - CVE-2020-8772

Vulnerability identifier: #VU24149

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 6.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8772

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
InfiniteWP Client
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Revmakx

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to a missing authorization check in iwp_mmb_set_request in init.php. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

InfiniteWP Client: 0.1.4 - 1.9.4.4

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External links
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10011/
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/download/156277/wp_infinitewp_auth_bypass.rb.txt

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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. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.