CVE-2015-2791: Medium severity wpml vulnerability

Published Mar 30, 2015
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Updated

The "menu sync" function in the WPML plugin before 3.1.9 for WordPress allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary posts, pages, and menus via a crafted request to sitepress-multilingual-cms/menu/menus-sync.php.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPML Wpml Wordpress<=3.1.8

Event History

Mar 30, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2791?

CVE-2015-2791 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary content on the website.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2791?

To fix CVE-2015-2791, update the WPML plugin to version 3.1.9 or later.

3

What kind of exploitation is possible with CVE-2015-2791?

CVE-2015-2791 can be exploited by sending a crafted request to delete posts, pages, and menus on WordPress sites using the WPML plugin.

4

Which versions of the WPML plugin are affected by CVE-2015-2791?

Versions of the WPML plugin before 3.1.9, up to and including 3.1.8, are affected by CVE-2015-2791.

5

Who can be targeted by the CVE-2015-2791 vulnerability?

CVE-2015-2791 can target any WordPress site using vulnerable versions of the WPML plugin, making it a significant risk for many sites.

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