CVE-2007-1893
First published: Mon Apr 09 2007(Updated: )
xmlrpc (xmlrpc.php) in WordPress 2.1.2, and probably earlier, allows remote authenticated users with the contributor role to bypass intended access restrictions and invoke the publish_posts functionality, which can be used to "publish a previously saved post."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=2.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.notsosecure.com/folder2/2007/04/03/wordpress-212-xmlrpc-security-issues/
- http://trac.wordpress.org/ticket/4091
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24751
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1285
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25108
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1245
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33470
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1893?
CVE-2007-1893 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized publishing of posts.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1893?
To fix CVE-2007-1893, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of WordPress that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-1893?
CVE-2007-1893 affects remote authenticated users with the contributor role in WordPress versions up to 2.1.2.
What functionality can be exploited in CVE-2007-1893?
CVE-2007-1893 allows contributors to bypass access restrictions and invoke the publish_posts functionality.
Is CVE-2007-1893 still a risk for current WordPress installations?
CVE-2007-1893 is not a risk for current WordPress installations if they have been updated beyond version 2.1.2.
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