Vulnerability Description
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in html/Upload.php in the FCChat Widget plugin 2.2.13.1 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a file with an executable extension followed by a safe extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in html/images.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Fcchat Widget | <= 2.2.13.1 |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/113323/WordPress-FCChat-Widget-2.x-Shell-UpExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49419Vendor Advisory
- http://www.opensyscom.fr/Actualites/wordpress-plugins-fcchat-widget-shell-uploadExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53855Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76123
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/113323/WordPress-FCChat-Widget-2.x-Shell-UpExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49419Vendor Advisory
- http://www.opensyscom.fr/Actualites/wordpress-plugins-fcchat-widget-shell-uploadExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53855Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76123
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3578?
CVE-2012-3578 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in html/Upload.php in the FCChat Widget plugin 2.2.13.1 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a fi...
How severe is CVE-2012-3578?
CVE-2012-3578 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3578?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wordpress Fcchat Widget, Wordpress Wordpress.