#VU25411 Improper access control in wpCentral


Published: 2020-02-18

Vulnerability identifier: #VU25411

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9043

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
wpCentral
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Softaculous Ltd.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in place to protect the connection key as it was displayed in the "admin_footer" in a modal dialog. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain administrator access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

wpCentral: 1.0 - 1.5.0


External links
http://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?&old=2244363%40wp-central&new=2244363%40wp-central
http://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-central/#developers
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10074


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user 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.


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