CVE-2009-2431

UnknownEPSS 2.87%

Last modified

CVE-2009-2431 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WordPress 2.7.1 places the username of a post's author in an HTML comment, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the HTML source.. EPSS estimates a 2.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WordPress 2.7.1 places the username of a post's author in an HTML comment, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the HTML source.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.87%

85.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WordpressWordpress2.7.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2431?
WordPress 2.7.1 places the username of a post's author in an HTML comment, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the HTML source.
How severe is CVE-2009-2431?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2431 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2431?
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