CVE-2020-36849

Public Exploit
AIT CSV import/export <= 3.0.3 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The AIT CSV import/export plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the /wp-content/plugins/ait-csv-import-export/admin/upload-handler.php file in versions up to, and including, 3.0.3. This makes it possible for unauthorized attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.30%
Affected: AIT Themes AIT CSV import/export
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/cece751c-400d-42b4-9438-950d5aca51fc?source=cve
https://www.ait-themes.club/wordpress-plugins/csv-import-export/
https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-ait-themes-csv-import-export-arbitrary-file-upload-3-0-3/
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/36e699a4-91f2-426d-ba14-26036fbfeaea
https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/blob/master//modules/exploits/multi/http/wp_ait_csv_rce.rb
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/multi/http/wp_ait_csv_rce.rb

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-36849?
CVE-2020-36849 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-36849?
To fix CVE-2020-36849, 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-2020-36849 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-36849 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-36849?
CVE-2020-36849 affects AIT Themes AIT CSV import/export.
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