Vulnerability Description
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in upload.php in the Powerplay Gallery plugin 3.3 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in *_uploadfolder/big/.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpslideshow | Powerplay Gallery | 3.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/132671/WordPress-WP-PowerPlayGallery-3.3-FiExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Jul/64Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/20/1Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/27/8Exploit
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=132Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/132671/WordPress-WP-PowerPlayGallery-3.3-FiExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Jul/64Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/20/1Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/27/8Exploit
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=132Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5681?
CVE-2015-5681 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in upload.php in the Powerplay Gallery plugin 3.3 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extensio...
How severe is CVE-2015-5681?
CVE-2015-5681 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5681?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpslideshow Powerplay Gallery.