Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Video Downloader for TikTok Plugin
CVE-2020-24143

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Video Downloader For Tiktok
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 July 2021

Summary

The Video Downloader for TikTok plugin version 1.3 for WordPress contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit the njt-tk-download-video parameter. By crafting a malicious request, an unauthorized user can access files stored outside the intended web root folder, potentially exposing sensitive data. This flaw underscores the importance of implementing proper input validation and restrictions on file access within WordPress plugins.

References

https://github.com/secwx/research/blob/main/cve/CVE-2020-...
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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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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