#VU24371 Improper Authentication in WordPress Database Reset - CVE-2020-7048

Vulnerability identifier: #VU24371

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 7.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7048

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
WordPress Database Reset
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Chris Berthe

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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WordPress Database Reset: 1.0 - 3.1

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External links
https://wordpress.org/plugins/wordpress-database-reset/#developers
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10027
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/01/easily-exploitable-vulnerabilities-patched-in-wp-database-reset-plugin/

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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, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.