CVE-2017-2551: High severity backwpup vulnerability
Published Sep 27, 2017
·Updated
Vulnerability in Wordpress plugin BackWPup before v3.4.2 allows possible brute forcing of backup file for download.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Inpsyde Backwpup Wordpress<=3.4.1
Event History
Sep 27, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2551?
CVE-2017-2551 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for brute forcing backup files.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-2551?
To fix CVE-2017-2551, update the BackWPup plugin to version 3.4.2 or later.
3
What versions of BackWPup are affected by CVE-2017-2551?
Versions of BackWPup before 3.4.2 are affected by CVE-2017-2551.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2017-2551 enable?
CVE-2017-2551 enables possible brute force attacks on backup files for unauthorized download.
5
Is CVE-2017-2551 specific to WordPress?
Yes, CVE-2017-2551 specifically affects the BackWPup WordPress plugin.