CVE-2016-10148
First published: Wed Jan 18 2017(Updated: )
The wp_ajax_update_plugin function in wp-admin/includes/ajax-actions.php in WordPress before 4.6 makes a get_plugin_data call before checking the update_plugins capability, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended read-access restrictions via the plugin parameter to wp-admin/admin-ajax.php, a related issue to CVE-2016-6896.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=4.5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10148?
CVE-2016-10148 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive plugin information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10148?
To fix CVE-2016-10148, upgrade your WordPress installation to version 4.6 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-10148?
Users of WordPress versions prior to 4.6 are affected by CVE-2016-10148.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10148?
CVE-2016-10148 is an authorization flaw that allows remote authenticated users to bypass read-access restrictions.
What does CVE-2016-10148 exploit in WordPress?
CVE-2016-10148 exploits a lack of permission checks in the wp_ajax_update_plugin function before calling get_plugin_data.
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