Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in Simple File List Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2020-12832

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Simple-file-list
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 May 2020

Summary

The Simple File List plugin for WordPress prior to version 4.2.8 contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to delete arbitrary files. This issue arises due to inadequate validation of user-supplied input, enabling unauthorized file deletions which can compromise system integrity and lead to other security risks. It's critical for users of the affected plugin to update to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability.

References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2302759
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https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-file-list/#developers
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https://ctulhu.me/2020/05/16/cve-2020-12832/
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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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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