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CVE-2017-16562

UnknownEPSS 27.37%

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CVE-2017-16562 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The UserPro plugin before 4.9.17.1 for WordPress, when used on a site with the "admin" username, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain administrative access via a "true" value for the up_auto_log parameter in the QUERY_STRING to the default URI.. EPSS estimates a 27.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The UserPro plugin before 4.9.17.1 for WordPress, when used on a site with the "admin" username, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain administrative access via a "true" value for the up_auto_log parameter in the QUERY_STRING to the default URI.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
27.37%

97.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
UserpropluginUserpro< 4.9.17.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16562?
The UserPro plugin before 4.9.17.1 for WordPress, when used on a site with the "admin" username, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain administrative access via a "true" value for the up_auto_log parameter in the QUERY_STRING to the default URI.
How severe is CVE-2017-16562?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16562 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 27.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16562?
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