Vulnerability identifier: #VU28543
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 5.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-22
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Simple File List
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: Mitchell Bennis - Element Engage, LLC
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.
The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and delete arbitrary files on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Simple File List: 1.0.1 - 4.2.7
External links
http://ctulhu.me/2020/05/16/cve-2020-12832/
http://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2302759
http://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-file-list/#developers
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10250/
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.