CVE-2010-5293
First published: Tue Jan 21 2014(Updated: )
wp-includes/comment.php in WordPress before 3.0.2 does not properly whitelist trackbacks and pingbacks in the blogroll, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended spam restrictions via a crafted URL, as demonstrated by a URL that triggers a substring match.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=3.0.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.0 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.4 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.5 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.6 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.7 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.8 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.9 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.10 | |
| WordPress | =2.0.11 | |
| WordPress | =2.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.1.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.1.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.1.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.2.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.2.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.2.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.3.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.3.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.3.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.5 | |
| WordPress | =2.5.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.6 | |
| WordPress | =2.6.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.6.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.6.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.6.5 | |
| WordPress | =2.7 | |
| WordPress | =2.7.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.8 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.3 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.4 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.4-a | |
| WordPress | =2.8.5 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.5.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.5.2 | |
| WordPress | =2.8.6 | |
| WordPress | =2.9 | |
| WordPress | =2.9.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.9.1.1 | |
| WordPress | =2.9.2 | |
| WordPress | =3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-5293?
The severity of CVE-2010-5293 is classified as medium, allowing remote attackers to bypass spam restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-5293?
To fix CVE-2010-5293, upgrade to WordPress version 3.0.2 or later.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2010-5293?
CVE-2010-5293 affects WordPress versions prior to 3.0.2, including all versions from 2.0 up to 3.0.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-5293?
CVE-2010-5293 is a security vulnerability related to improper whitelisting of trackbacks and pingbacks.
Can CVE-2010-5293 lead to spam issues on WordPress sites?
Yes, CVE-2010-5293 can allow remote attackers to bypass spam restrictions, potentially leading to increased spam.
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