CVE-2017-6816: Medium severity WordPress WordPress vulnerability
Published Mar 12, 2017
·Updated
In WordPress before 4.7.3 (wp-admin/plugins.php), unintended files can be deleted by administrators using the plugin deletion functionality.
Affected Software
3 affected components
WordPress WordPress<=4.7.2
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6816?
CVE-2017-6816 is considered to be of medium severity due to its potential for unauthorized file deletion by administrators.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6816?
To fix CVE-2017-6816, upgrade WordPress to version 4.7.3 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-6816?
CVE-2017-6816 affects WordPress versions prior to 4.7.3, as well as certain Debian Linux distributions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6816?
CVE-2017-6816 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability related to file deletion.
5
Can CVE-2017-6816 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-6816 can potentially be exploited by any authenticated administrator accessing the plugin deletion functionality.