CVE-2020-8772
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 87.87%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8772 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The InfiniteWP Client plugin before 1.9.4.5 for WordPress has a missing authorization check in iwp_mmb_set_request in init.php. Any attacker who knows the username of an administrator can log in.. EPSS estimates a 87.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The InfiniteWP Client plugin before 1.9.4.5 for WordPress has a missing authorization check in iwp_mmb_set_request in init.php. Any attacker who knows the username of an administrator can log in.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Revmakx | Infinitewp Client | < 1.9.4.5 |
References
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10011Third Party Advisory
- https://www.webarxsecurity.com/vulnerability-infinitewp-client-wp-time-capsule/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10011Third Party Advisory
- https://www.webarxsecurity.com/vulnerability-infinitewp-client-wp-time-capsule/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8772?
The InfiniteWP Client plugin before 1.9.4.5 for WordPress has a missing authorization check in iwp_mmb_set_request in init.php. Any attacker who knows the username of an administrator can log in.
How severe is CVE-2020-8772?
CVE-2020-8772 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 87.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8772?
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-2020-8772?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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