Vulnerability Description
The XCloner plugin 3.1.1 for WordPress and 3.5.1 for Joomla! stores database backup files with predictable names under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to a backup file in administrators/backups/.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xcloner | Xcloner | 3.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/wordpress/plugins/Xcloner-v3.1.1/Exploit
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=110Exploit
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/wordpress/plugins/Xcloner-v3.1.1/Exploit
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=110Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8605?
CVE-2014-8605 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The XCloner plugin 3.1.1 for WordPress and 3.5.1 for Joomla! stores database backup files with predictable names under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to o...
How severe is CVE-2014-8605?
CVE-2014-8605 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-2014-8605?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xcloner Xcloner.