CVE-2016-20010
CRITICALCVSS 10/10EPSS 3.70%
Last modified
CVE-2016-20010 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 10/10 on the CVSS scale. EWWW Image Optimizer before 2.8.5 allows remote command execution because it relies on a protection mechanism involving boolval, which is unavailable before PHP 5.5.. EPSS estimates a 3.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
EWWW Image Optimizer before 2.8.5 allows remote command execution because it relies on a protection mechanism involving boolval, which is unavailable before PHP 5.5.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ewww | Image Optimizer | < 2.8.5 |
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/trunk/changelog.txtRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2016/06/vulnerability-ewww-image-optimizer/Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/trunk/changelog.txtRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2016/06/vulnerability-ewww-image-optimizer/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-20010?
EWWW Image Optimizer before 2.8.5 allows remote command execution because it relies on a protection mechanism involving boolval, which is unavailable before PHP 5.5.
How severe is CVE-2016-20010?
CVE-2016-20010 has a CVSS score of 10/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-20010?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-20010?
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