File Read Vulnerability in W3 Total Cache Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2019-6715

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
W3 Total Cache
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 April 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 35%

Summary

The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress before version 0.9.4 is vulnerable to a file read attack due to improper handling of the SubscribeURL field within SubscriptionConfirmation JSON data. This allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability and access arbitrary files on the server, potentially exposing sensitive information. Proper updates and security measures should be implemented to safeguard against this vulnerability.

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-2019-6715
Created by random-robbie

References

https://vinhjaxt.github.io/2019/03/cve-2019-6715
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160674/WordPress-W3-...
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EPSS Score

35% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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