CVE-2022-2551
HighExploitedPublic exploitDuplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin <= 1.4.7 - Unauthenticated Backup Download
Published Jul 26, 2022 · Updated Aug 3, 2024 · Also known as b5136409-d843-4774-afe7-211a23f65da9
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-2551 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Duplicator (Awesomemotive), Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 1, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Duplicator 1.4.7, Duplicator 1.4.7.1, Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin 1.4.7.
- 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)
18%
Higher than 97.1% 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
The Duplicator WordPress plugin before 1.4.7 discloses the url of the a backup to unauthenticated visitors accessing the main installer endpoint of the plugin, if the installer script has been run once by an administrator, allowing download of the full site backup without authenticating.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Feb 1, 2023 | 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
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| DuplicatorAwesomemotive | See advisory | 1.4.7 |
| Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin | >= 1.4.7 | 1.4.7 |
Patched Releases
Duplicator
1.4.7, 1.4.7.1
Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin
1.4.7
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 26, 2022
Added to Industry KEV feed
Feb 1, 2023
Last updated
Aug 3, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
- CWE-425 Direct Request ('Forced Browsing')
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b5136409-d843-4774-afe7-211a23f65da9?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b5136409-d843-4774-afe7-211a23f65da9?source=api-scan
- exploithttps://github.com/SecuriTrust/CVEsLab/tree/main/CVE-2022-2551
- exploithttps://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f27d753e-861a-4d8d-9b9a-6c99a8a7ebe0
- exploitExploitDB-50992
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Duplicator WordPress plugin before 1.4.7 discloses the url of the a backup to unauthenticated visitors accessing the main installer endpoint of the plugin, if the installer script has been run once by an administrator, allowing download of the full site backup without authenticating.
Affected: Duplicator (Awesomemotive); Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin versions >= 1.4.7. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 1, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Duplicator 1.4.7, Duplicator 1.4.7.1, Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin 1.4.7.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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