CVE-2016-6635: CSRF
First published: Sun Aug 07 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the wp_ajax_wp_compression_test function in wp-admin/includes/ajax-actions.php in WordPress before 4.5 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that change the script compression option.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=4.4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6635?
CVE-2016-6635 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6635?
To fix CVE-2016-6635, update your WordPress installation to version 4.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6635?
Administrators using WordPress versions prior to 4.5 are affected by CVE-2016-6635.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-6635?
CVE-2016-6635 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
What impact can CVE-2016-6635 have on my WordPress site?
CVE-2016-6635 can allow remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators and change critical settings.
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