Directory Traversal Vulnerability in WP Marketplace Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2014-9014

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
WPmarketplace
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 November 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2014-9014?

The WP Marketplace plugin for WordPress contains a directory traversal vulnerability that affects versions prior to 2.4.1. This flaw exists in the ajaxinit function located in wpmarketplace/libs/cart.php, allowing remote authenticated users to exploit the vulnerability to download arbitrary files. By manipulating the file parameter with a traversal sequence, an attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, posing significant security risks.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2014-9014 - Proof of Concept

References

https://security.szurek.pl/wp-marketplace-240-arbitrary-f...
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36466/
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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