CVE-2018-7422
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitA Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Site Editor plugin through 1.1.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the ajax_path parameter to editor/extensions/pagebuilder/includes/ajax_shortcode_pattern.php, aka absolute path traversal.
Published Mar 19, 2018 · Updated Nov 21, 2024 · Also known as 99d90610-490f-44a5-8e87-63927410c804
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2018-7422 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Site Editor (Siteeditor).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 12, 2021. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Site Editor <=1.1.1, Site Editor 1.1.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
62%
Higher than 99.1% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Site Editor plugin through 1.1.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the ajax_path parameter to editor/extensions/pagebuilder/includes/ajax_shortcode_pattern.php, aka absolute path traversal.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 12, 2021 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Site EditorSiteeditor | See advisory | 1.1.1 |
Patched Releases
Site Editor
<=1.1.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 19, 2018
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 12, 2021
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
- CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
- CWE-829 Inclusion of Functionality from Untrusted Control Sphere
References
- advisoryhttps://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9044
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/99d90610-490f-44a5-8e87-63927410c804?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/99d90610-490f-44a5-8e87-63927410c804?source=api-scan
- exploithttp://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/40
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
A Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Site Editor plugin through 1.1.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the ajax_path parameter to editor/extensions/pagebuilder/includes/ajax_shortcode_pattern.php, aka absolute path traversal.
Affected: Site Editor (Siteeditor). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 12, 2021.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Site Editor <=1.1.1, Site Editor 1.1.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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