Vulnerability Description
The easy-wp-smtp plugin before 1.4.4 for WordPress allows Administrator account takeover, as exploited in the wild in December 2020. If an attacker can list the wp-content/plugins/easy-wp-smtp/ directory, then they can discover a log file (such as #############_debug_log.txt) that contains all password-reset links. The attacker can request a reset of the Administrator password and then use a link found there.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp-Ecommerce | Easy Wp Smtp | < 1.4.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-easy-wp-smtp-plugin-fixed-zero-day-vulneraExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/easy-wp-smtp/#developersProductRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-easy-wp-smtp-plugin-fixed-zero-day-vulneraExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/easy-wp-smtp/#developersProductRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-35234?
CVE-2020-35234 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The easy-wp-smtp plugin before 1.4.4 for WordPress allows Administrator account takeover, as exploited in the wild in December 2020. If an attacker can list the wp-content/plugins/easy-wp-smtp/ direct...
How severe is CVE-2020-35234?
CVE-2020-35234 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-2020-35234?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wp-Ecommerce Easy Wp Smtp.