Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in gVectors wpDiscuz Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2020-24186

10CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
WPdiscuz
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 August 2020

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 97%

Summary

The gVectors wpDiscuz plugin for WordPress versions 7.0 through 7.0.4 contains a vulnerability that permits unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, including executable PHP files, through the wmuUploadFiles AJAX action. This potential breach allows malicious actors to execute commands on the server, leading to unauthorized access and control over the affected WordPress installation.

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-2020-24186-wpDiscuz-7.0.4-RCE
Created by hev0x

CVE-2020-24186_reverse_shell_upload
Created by substing

CVE-2020-24186-exploit
Created by Sakura-501

References

https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/07/critical-arbitrary...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162983/WordPress-wpD...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163012/WordPress-wpD...
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EPSS Score

97% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
10
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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