Vulnerability Description
The Frontend File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Unauthenticated Arbitrary Post Deletion in versions up to, and including, 18.2. This is due to lacking authentication protections and lacking a security nonce on the wpfm_delete_file AJAX action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete any posts and pages on the site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Najeebmedia | Frontend File Manager Plugin | <= 18.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-frontend-file-manager-plugin-fixed-multiplExploit
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/84c61d00-20c1-4176-a74Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-frontend-file-manager-plugin-fixed-multiplExploit
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/84c61d00-20c1-4176-a74Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-4359?
CVE-2021-4359 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Frontend File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Unauthenticated Arbitrary Post Deletion in versions up to, and including, 18.2. This is due to lacking authentication protections and la...
How severe is CVE-2021-4359?
CVE-2021-4359 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-4359?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Najeebmedia Frontend File Manager Plugin.