Vulnerability Description
WordPress before 3.5.2, when the uploads directory forbids write access, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via an invalid upload request, which reveals the absolute path in an XMLHttpRequest error message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 3.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.5.2
- http://wordpress.org/news/2013/06/wordpress-3-5-2/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2718
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=976784
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.5.2
- http://wordpress.org/news/2013/06/wordpress-3-5-2/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2718
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=976784
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-2203?
CVE-2013-2203 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). WordPress before 3.5.2, when the uploads directory forbids write access, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via an invalid upload request, which reveals the absolute path in an XM...
How severe is CVE-2013-2203?
CVE-2013-2203 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-2203?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wordpress Wordpress.