Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in download.php in the DB Backup plugin 4.5 and earlier for Wordpress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the file parameter.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Db Backup Project | Db Backup | <= 4.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q4/1059Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99368
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/7726Exploit
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q4/1059Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99368
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/7726Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-9119?
CVE-2014-9119 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in download.php in the DB Backup plugin 4.5 and earlier for Wordpress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the file parameter.
How severe is CVE-2014-9119?
CVE-2014-9119 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-2014-9119?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Db Backup Project Db Backup.