CVE-2009-2432
UnknownEPSS 3.08%
Last modified
CVE-2009-2432 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WordPress and WordPress MU before 2.8.1 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to wp-settings.php, which reveals the installation path in an error message.. EPSS estimates a 3.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
WordPress and WordPress MU before 2.8.1 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to wp-settings.php, which reveals the installation path in an error message.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 2.7.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.6.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.6.2.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.7 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.71 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.71-gold | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.72 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 0.711 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0-platinum | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0.1-miles | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.0.2-blakey | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.2-delta | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.2-mingus | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.2.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.2.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.3.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.4 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5-strayhorn | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5.1.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5.1.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5.1.3 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.5.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 1.6 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.3 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.4 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.5 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.6 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.7 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.8 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.9 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.10 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.10_rc1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.10_rc2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.0.11 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1.1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1.2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1.3 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1.3_rc1 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.1.3_rc2 | — |
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 2.2 | — |
Showing 50 of 86 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- https://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1833Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1833Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-2432?
WordPress and WordPress MU before 2.8.1 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to wp-settings.php, which reveals the installation path in an error message.
How severe is CVE-2009-2432?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2432 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2432?
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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