CVE-2016-10960
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 8.98%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10960 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The wsecure plugin before 2.4 for WordPress has remote code execution via shell metacharacters in the wsecure-config.php publish parameter.. EPSS estimates a 8.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The wsecure plugin before 2.4 for WordPress has remote code execution via shell metacharacters in the wsecure-config.php publish parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomlaserviceprovider | Wsecure | < 2.4 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wsecure/#developersRelease Notes
- https://www.pluginvulnerabilities.com/2016/07/12/remote-code-execution-rce-vulnerability-in-wsecure-lite/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wsecure/#developersRelease Notes
- https://www.pluginvulnerabilities.com/2016/07/12/remote-code-execution-rce-vulnerability-in-wsecure-lite/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10960?
The wsecure plugin before 2.4 for WordPress has remote code execution via shell metacharacters in the wsecure-config.php publish parameter.
How severe is CVE-2016-10960?
CVE-2016-10960 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10960?
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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