CVE-2013-2742

Public Exploit

Description

importbuddy.php in the BackupBuddy plugin 1.3.4, 2.1.4, 2.2.25, 2.2.28, and 2.2.4 for WordPress does not reliably delete itself after completing a restore operation, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via subsequent requests to this script.

7.5

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.52%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/120923	exploit
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2013-03/0205.html	mailing list exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2742?: CVE-2013-2742 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2013-2742?: To fix CVE-2013-2742, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2013-2742 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2013-2742 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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