Vulnerability identifier: #VU25674

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N/E:P/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-506

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: wpdefault

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to skim payment data from Woocommerce stores.

The vulnerability exists due to presence of embedded malicious functionality in the application code (aka backdoor) within the "wpdefault.php" file that allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

wpdefault: All versions

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External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10096/
http://labs.sucuri.net/skimmer-plugin-hides-itself-from-wp-admin/

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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.