Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:PHP:WP-ANNOUNCES-RFI |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
WordPress Annonces Plugin abspath Parameter Remote File Inclusion |
Release Date |
2011/09/28 |
Update Number |
2001 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: WordPress Announces Plugin abspath Parameter Remote File Inclusion
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known remote file inclusion vulnerability in Wordpress due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in Annonces plugin. A remote attacker can exploit this by enticing a target to open a malicious URL link. A successful attack can result in arbitrary code execution and loss of sensitive information.
Extended Description
The Annonces plug-in for WordPress is prone to a remote file-include vulnerability because it fails to sufficiently sanitize user-supplied input. Exploiting this issue could allow an attacker to compromise the application and the underlying system; other attacks are also possible. Annonces 1.2.0.0 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
- WordPress Annonces 1.2.0.0
References
- BugTraq: 49689
- URL: http://wordpress.org/
- URL: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/annonces/