Duplicator < 1.3.0 - Unauthenticated RCE
CVE-2018-25095

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Duplicator
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 January 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

The Duplicator plugin for WordPress, prior to version 1.3.0, is susceptible to a vulnerability stemming from the improper handling of values within its installer script. This flaw allows the installer script to replace values in WordPress configuration files without adequate escaping, potentially leading to the execution of arbitrary code if the installer script remains on the server. This oversight poses a significant risk, especially for sites that do not remove the installer script post-installation. Administrators are urged to update the plugin immediately and ensure that any residual files are deleted to safeguard against unauthorized access and exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Duplicator 0 < 1.3.0

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-2018-25095 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/16cc47aa-cb31-4114-b014-...
exploitvdb-entrytechnical-description

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

Credit

Jeremy Lim
WPScan
.