Vulnerability identifier: #VU25986

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Font Awesome
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Font Awesome

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin exposes the Font Awesome API token and access token for users who have configured the plugin to use a kit. A remote attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Font Awesome: 4.0.0 rc15 - 4.0.0 rc16

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External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10122/
http://blog.fontawesome.com/font-awesome-wordpress-plugin-api-token-vulnerability-fixed/

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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.