CVE-2016-10972
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 9.27%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10972 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The newspaper theme before 6.7.2 for WordPress has a lack of options access control via td_ajax_update_panel.. EPSS estimates a 9.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The newspaper theme before 6.7.2 for WordPress has a lack of options access control via td_ajax_update_panel.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tagdiv | Newspaper | < 6.7.2 |
References
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8852Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39894Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8852Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39894Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10972?
The newspaper theme before 6.7.2 for WordPress has a lack of options access control via td_ajax_update_panel.
How severe is CVE-2016-10972?
CVE-2016-10972 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 9.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10972?
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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