CVE-2015-5731: CSRF
First published: Mon Nov 09 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in wp-admin/post.php in WordPress before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that lock a post, and consequently cause a denial of service (editing blockage), via a get-post-lock action.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=4.2.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/04/7
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3332
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3383
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76160
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033178
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.2.4
- https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/33542
- https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/33543
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/08/wordpress-4-2-4-security-and-maintenance-release/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5731?
CVE-2015-5731 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service through unauthorized post locking.
How can I fix CVE-2015-5731?
To fix CVE-2015-5731, update WordPress to version 4.2.4 or later, which addresses the CSRF vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-5731?
CVE-2015-5731 affects WordPress installations prior to version 4.2.4, specifically allowing remote attackers to hijack administrator sessions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-5731?
CVE-2015-5731 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability found in WordPress.
What is the impact of CVE-2015-5731?
The impact of CVE-2015-5731 includes the potential for denial of service by preventing administrators from editing posts.
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