Vulnerability Description
Simple Fields 0.2 through 0.3.5 WordPress Plugin contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by injecting null bytes into the wp_abspath parameter on PHP versions before 5.3.4. Attackers can supply malicious wp_abspath values to simple_fields.php to include files like /etc/passwd or inject PHP code into Apache logs for remote code execution when allow_url_include is enabled.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://simple-fields.com
- https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/simple-fields.0.3.5.zip
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44425
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/simple-fields-local-file-inclusion-via-wp-a
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-25324?
CVE-2018-25324 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). Simple Fields 0.2 through 0.3.5 WordPress Plugin contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by injecting null bytes into the wp_abspath...
How severe is CVE-2018-25324?
CVE-2018-25324 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-25324?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.