Vulnerability Description
The Simple:Press plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in versions up to, and including, 6.8 via the 'file' parameter which can be manipulated during user avatar deletion. This makes it possible with attackers, with minimal permissions such as a subscriber, to supply paths to arbitrary files on the server that will subsequently be deleted. This can be used to delete the wp-config.php file that can allow an attacker to configure the site and achieve remote code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple-Press | Simple\ | <= 6.8.0, press |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/43bcf3ab-4201-4a61-82c
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories-continued/#CVE-2022-4030Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories-continued/#CVE-2022-4030Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-4030?
CVE-2022-4030 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). The Simple:Press plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in versions up to, and including, 6.8 via the 'file' parameter which can be manipulated during user avatar deletion. This makes it...
How severe is CVE-2022-4030?
CVE-2022-4030 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-4030?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simple-Press Simple\.