Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Google Doc Embedder Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2012-4915

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Google Doc Embedder
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 May 2014

What is CVE-2012-4915?

The Google Doc Embedder plugin for WordPress is susceptible to a directory traversal vulnerability that allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the server. This security flaw is exploited by manipulating the 'file' parameter in the 'libs/pdf.php' file, allowing unauthorized reading of potentially sensitive information. Users of versions prior to 2.5.4 are at risk and should update their plugins promptly to mitigate this risk.

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References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57133
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80930
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://osvdb.org/88891
vdb-entryx_refsource_OSVDB

EPSS Score

77% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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