#VU47500 Arbitrary file upload in PowerPress Podcasting plugin by Blubrry


Published: 2020-10-12

Vulnerability identifier: #VU47500

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-434

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PowerPress Podcasting plugin by Blubrry
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Blubrry

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload. A remote administrator can upload a malicious file and execute it on the server, leading to remote code execution.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PowerPress Podcasting plugin by Blubrry: 0.2.0 - 8.3.7


External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10427/
http://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2396808


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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