CVE-2019-14205
HighExploitedA Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Nevma Adaptive Images plugin before 0.6.67 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the $REQUEST['adaptive-images-settings']['source_file'] parameter in adaptive-images-script.php.
Published Jul 21, 2019 · Updated Nov 21, 2024 · Also known as f2db06b1-c823-45db-b6f5-b656978cc779
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-14205 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Adaptive Images (Nevma).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 12, 2021. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Adaptive Images 0.6.67.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
63%
Higher than 99.2% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
A Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Nevma Adaptive Images plugin before 0.6.67 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the $REQUEST['adaptive-images-settings']['source_file'] parameter in adaptive-images-script.php.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive ImagesNevma | See advisory | 0.6.67 |
Patched Releases
Adaptive Images
0.6.67
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 21, 2019
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')
References
- advisoryhttps://wordpress.org/plugins/adaptive-images/#developers
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f2db06b1-c823-45db-b6f5-b656978cc779?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f2db06b1-c823-45db-b6f5-b656978cc779?source=api-scan
- exploithttps://github.com/markgruffer/markgruffer.github.io/blob/master/_posts/2019-07-19-adaptive-images-for-wordpress-0-6-66-lfi-rce-file-deletion.markdown
- exploithttps://markgruffer.github.io/2019/07/19/adaptive-images-for-wordpress-0-6-66-lfi-rce-file-deletion.html
FAQ
Common Questions.
A Local File Inclusion vulnerability in the Nevma Adaptive Images plugin before 0.6.67 for WordPress allows remote attackers to retrieve arbitrary files via the $REQUEST['adaptive-images-settings']['source_file'] parameter in adaptive-images-script.php.
Affected: Adaptive Images (Nevma). 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.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Adaptive Images 0.6.67.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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