Vulnerability Description
The Simple:Press – WordPress Forum Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ~/admin/resources/jscript/ajaxupload/sf-uploader.php file in versions up to, and including, 6.6.0. This makes it possible for attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple-Press | Simple\ | < 6.6.1, press |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843Third Party Advisory
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843Third Party Advisory
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-36706?
CVE-2020-36706 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Simple:Press – WordPress Forum Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ~/admin/resources/jscript/ajaxupload/sf-uploader.php file in ...
How severe is CVE-2020-36706?
CVE-2020-36706 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-36706?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simple-Press Simple\.