Vulnerability Description
WP-Ban plugin before 1.6.4 for WordPress, when running in certain configurations, allows remote attackers to bypass the IP blacklist via a crafted X-Forwarded-For header.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp-Ban Project | Wp-Ban | <= 1.6.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Sep/60Exploit
- https://security.dxw.com/advisories/vulnerability-in-wp-ban-allows-visitors-to-bExploit
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-ban/changelog/Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Sep/60Exploit
- https://security.dxw.com/advisories/vulnerability-in-wp-ban-allows-visitors-to-bExploit
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-ban/changelog/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-6230?
CVE-2014-6230 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). WP-Ban plugin before 1.6.4 for WordPress, when running in certain configurations, allows remote attackers to bypass the IP blacklist via a crafted X-Forwarded-For header.
How severe is CVE-2014-6230?
CVE-2014-6230 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-2014-6230?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wp-Ban Project Wp-Ban.