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CVE-2007-0539

UnknownEPSS 3.38%

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CVE-2007-0539 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The wp_remote_fopen function in WordPress before 2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bandwidth or thread consumption) via pingback service calls with a source URI that corresponds to a large file, which triggers a long download session without a timeout constraint.. EPSS estimates a 3.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The wp_remote_fopen function in WordPress before 2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bandwidth or thread consumption) via pingback service calls with a source URI that corresponds to a large file, which triggers a long download session without a timeout constraint.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.38%

87.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WordpressWordpress<= 2.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-0539?
The wp_remote_fopen function in WordPress before 2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bandwidth or thread consumption) via pingback service calls with a source URI that corresponds to a large file, which triggers a long download session without a timeout constraint.
How severe is CVE-2007-0539?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-0539 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0539?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST