CVE-2015-5715
First published: Sun May 22 2016(Updated: )
The mw_editPost function in wp-includes/class-wp-xmlrpc-server.php in the XMLRPC subsystem in WordPress before 4.3.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions, and arrange for a private post to be published and sticky, via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/wordpress | 5.7.11+dfsg1-0+deb11u1 6.1.6+dfsg1-0+deb12u1 6.5.5+dfsg1-1 6.6.1+dfsg1-1 | |
| WordPress | <=4.3.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/09/wordpress-4-3-1/
- https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/commit/9c57f3a4291f2311ae05f22c10eedeb0f69337ab
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2015-5715
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3375
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3383
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76748
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033979
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.3.1
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8188
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5715?
CVE-2015-5715 has a medium severity rating that allows remote authenticated users to bypass access restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5715?
To fix CVE-2015-5715, update WordPress to version 4.3.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-5715?
Any version of WordPress prior to 4.3.1 is affected by CVE-2015-5715.
What does CVE-2015-5715 exploit?
CVE-2015-5715 exploits the mw_editPost function in the XMLRPC subsystem of WordPress.
Can CVE-2015-5715 lead to further vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2015-5715 can potentially allow unauthorized publication and sticky status for private posts.
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