CVE-2018-16299
UnknownEPSS 43.72%
Last modified
CVE-2018-16299 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Localize My Post plugin 1.0 for WordPress allows Directory Traversal via the ajax/include.php file parameter.. EPSS estimates a 43.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Localize My Post plugin 1.0 for WordPress allows Directory Traversal via the ajax/include.php file parameter.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Localize My Post Project | Localize My Post | 1.0 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Sep/33Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/julianburr/wp-plugin-localizemypost/issues/1Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/149433/WordPress-Localize-My-Post-1.0-Local-File-Inclusion.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45439/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Sep/33Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/julianburr/wp-plugin-localizemypost/issues/1Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/149433/WordPress-Localize-My-Post-1.0-Local-File-Inclusion.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45439/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-16299?
The Localize My Post plugin 1.0 for WordPress allows Directory Traversal via the ajax/include.php file parameter.
How severe is CVE-2018-16299?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16299 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 43.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16299?
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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