Vulnerability identifier: #VU25383
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-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
ThemeGrill Demo Importer
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: ThemeGrill
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the "admin_init hook" runs not only in the admin environment but also on calls to "/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php" which does not require a user to be authenticated. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and wipe the entire database to its default state after which they are automatically logged in as an administrator.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
ThemeGrill Demo Importer: 1.3.4 - 1.6.1
External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10071/
http://www.webarxsecurity.com/critical-issue-in-themegrill-demo-importer/
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.