CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-3575

First published: Sat Jun 16 2012(Updated: )

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in uploader.php in the RBX Gallery plugin 2.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in uploads/rbxslider.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rbx Gallery=2.1
WordPress

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-3575?

    CVE-2012-3575 is considered a high severity vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-3575?

    To fix CVE-2012-3575, update the RBX Gallery plugin to its latest version or remove the plugin if updates are not available.

  • What impact does CVE-2012-3575 have on the RBX Gallery plugin?

    CVE-2012-3575 allows attackers to upload malicious files through the uploader.php script, potentially compromising the entire WordPress installation.

  • Which versions of the RBX Gallery plugin are affected by CVE-2012-3575?

    RBX Gallery plugin version 2.1 is specifically vulnerable to CVE-2012-3575.

  • Can CVE-2012-3575 affect other plugins or applications?

    CVE-2012-3575 is specific to the RBX Gallery plugin and does not directly affect other plugins or applications unless they share a similar vulnerability.

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