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CVE-2018-25095: 
WordPress vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

The Duplicator WordPress plugin before version 1.3.0 contains a critical security vulnerability (CVE-2018-25095) discovered and publicly disclosed on December 15, 2023. The vulnerability affects the plugin's installer script functionality, which fails to properly escape values when replacing configuration data in WordPress files (WPScan, NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution (RCE) with a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 (Critical). It is related to CWE-94 and falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A1: Injection. The issue stems from improper value escaping in the installer script when it modifies WordPress configuration files (WPScan).

Impact

If the installer script is left on the site after use, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the server, potentially leading to complete server compromise. The vulnerability requires no authentication, making it particularly severe as it can be exploited by any remote attacker who can access the installer script (NVD, WPScan).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been patched in Duplicator version 1.3.0. Site administrators should immediately update to this version or newer. Additionally, it's crucial to ensure that installer.php and installer-backup.php files are removed after completing the installation process (WPScan).

Additional resources

Source: This report was generated using AI

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