Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the Google Doc Embedder plugin before 2.5.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the file parameter to libs/pdf.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Davistribe | Google Doc Embedder | <= 2.5.3 |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/88891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50832
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57133
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80930
- http://osvdb.org/88891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50832
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57133
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80930
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4915?
CVE-2012-4915 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in the Google Doc Embedder plugin before 2.5.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the file parameter to libs/pdf.php.
How severe is CVE-2012-4915?
CVE-2012-4915 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4915?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Davistribe Google Doc Embedder, Wordpress Wordpress.