CVE-2020-24186
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitA Remote Code Execution vulnerability exists in the gVectors wpDiscuz plugin 7.0 through 7.0.4 for WordPress, which allows unauthenticated users to upload any type of file, including PHP files via the wmuUploadFiles AJAX action.
Published Aug 24, 2020 · Updated Nov 21, 2024 · Also known as bc3efc42-7cf5-4dcd-9653-891deaae19c3
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-24186 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v3.1) affecting Wpdiscuz (Gvectors).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV since Jul 28, 2020. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Wpdiscuz <=7.0.4, Wpdiscuz 7.0.5, Wpdiscuz 7.0.4.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
10.0
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
95%
Higher than 99.8% 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 Remote Code Execution vulnerability exists in the gVectors wpDiscuz plugin 7.0 through 7.0.4 for WordPress, which allows unauthenticated users to upload any type of file, including PHP files via the wmuUploadFiles AJAX action.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 28, 2020 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| WpdiscuzGvectors | >= 7.0 | 7.0.4 |
Patched Releases
Wpdiscuz
<=7.0.4, 7.0.5
Timeline
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 28, 2020
Publicly disclosed
Aug 24, 2020
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/bc3efc42-7cf5-4dcd-9653-891deaae19c3?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/bc3efc42-7cf5-4dcd-9653-891deaae19c3?source=api-scan
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162983/WordPress-wpDiscuz-7.0.4-Shell-Upload.html
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163012/WordPress-wpDiscuz-7.0.4-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163302/WordPress-wpDiscuz-7.0.4-Shell-Upload.html
FAQ
Common Questions.
A Remote Code Execution vulnerability exists in the gVectors wpDiscuz plugin 7.0 through 7.0.4 for WordPress, which allows unauthenticated users to upload any type of file, including PHP files via the wmuUploadFiles AJAX action.
Affected: Wpdiscuz (Gvectors) versions >= 7.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV since Jul 28, 2020.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Wpdiscuz <=7.0.4, Wpdiscuz 7.0.5, Wpdiscuz 7.0.4.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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