Arbitrary File Write Vulnerability in LifterLMS WordPress Plugin
CVE-2020-6008

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Lifterlms WordPress Plugin
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2020

What is CVE-2020-6008?

The LifterLMS WordPress plugin, specifically versions prior to 3.37.15, is susceptible to an arbitrary file write vulnerability. This flaw allows an attacker to write arbitrary files to the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. The exploitation of this vulnerability can grant unauthorized access and control over the affected systems, highlighting the importance of keeping software updated to mitigate such risks.

Affected Version(s)

LifterLMS Wordpress Plugin < 3.37.15

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/lifterlms/#developers
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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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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The Cyber Security Vulnerability Database.