Vulnerability Description
The wp_validate_auth_cookie function in wp-includes/pluggable.php in WordPress before 3.7.2 and 3.8.x before 3.8.2 does not properly determine the validity of authentication cookies, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a forged cookie.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 3.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.7.2Vendor Advisory
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.8.2Vendor Advisory
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/28054
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2901
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1085858
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.7.2Vendor Advisory
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.8.2Vendor Advisory
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/28054
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2901
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1085858
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0166?
CVE-2014-0166 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The wp_validate_auth_cookie function in wp-includes/pluggable.php in WordPress before 3.7.2 and 3.8.x before 3.8.2 does not properly determine the validity of authentication cookies, which makes it ea...
How severe is CVE-2014-0166?
CVE-2014-0166 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0166?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wordpress Wordpress.