Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Simple Job Board Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2020-35749

7.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Simple Board Job
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 January 2021

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 42%

Summary

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the Simple Job Board plugin for WordPress, specifically in the file class-simple_job_board_resume_download_handler.php. This flaw allows remote attackers to exploit the sjb_file parameter through wp-admin/post.php, granting unauthorized access to read arbitrary files on the server. Such a vulnerability poses significant risks to the confidentiality of sensitive data, making it crucial for site administrators to address it promptly.

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.

Wordpress-CVE-2020-35749
Created by M4xSec

References

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TbePkrRGsczepBaJptIdV...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/161050/Simple-JobBoa...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165892/WordPress-Sim...
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EPSS Score

42% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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