CVE-2017-5489: CSRF
Published Jan 15, 2017
·Updated
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WordPress before 4.7.1 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of unspecified victims via vectors involving a Flash file upload.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WordPress<=4.7
Event History
Jan 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5489?
CVE-2017-5489 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to hijack user authentication.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-5489?
To fix CVE-2017-5489, update your WordPress installation to version 4.7.1 or later.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5489?
CVE-2017-5489 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
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Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2017-5489?
CVE-2017-5489 affects WordPress versions prior to 4.7.1.
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What can attackers achieve with CVE-2017-5489?
Attackers exploiting CVE-2017-5489 can hijack the authentication of unspecified victims through malicious Flash file uploads.