CVE-2013-2173
First published: Fri Jun 21 2013(Updated: )
wp-includes/class-phpass.php in WordPress 3.5.1, when a password-protected post exists, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted value of a certain wp-postpass cookie.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | =3.5.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-06/0052.html
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.5.2
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/06/12/2
- http://wordpress.org/news/2013/06/wordpress-3-5-2/
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2718
- https://github.com/wpscanteam/wpscan/issues/219
- https://vndh.net/note:wordpress-351-denial-service
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2173?
CVE-2013-2173 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service.
How does CVE-2013-2173 affect WordPress?
CVE-2013-2173 affects WordPress 3.5.1 by allowing attackers to consume CPU resources through a malicious wp-postpass cookie.
Is CVE-2013-2173 specific to any version of WordPress?
Yes, CVE-2013-2173 specifically affects WordPress version 3.5.1.
How can I mitigate the effects of CVE-2013-2173?
Mitigation for CVE-2013-2173 can be achieved by upgrading to a patched version of WordPress that resolves this vulnerability.
What action should I take if I am using WordPress 3.5.1 and CVE-2013-2173 is present?
If you are using WordPress 3.5.1, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version to protect against CVE-2013-2173.
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