CVE-2017-9065: Input Validation
First published: Thu May 18 2017(Updated: )
In WordPress before 4.7.5, there is a lack of capability checks for post meta data in the XML-RPC API.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=4.7.4 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3870
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98509
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038520
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.7.5
- https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/commit/e88a48a066ab2200ce3091b131d43e2fab2460a4
- https://wordpress.org/news/2017/05/wordpress-4-7-5/
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8817
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9065?
CVE-2017-9065 has a medium severity rating due to the lack of capability checks allowing unauthorized access to post meta data.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9065?
To fix CVE-2017-9065, upgrade WordPress to version 4.7.5 or later.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2017-9065?
CVE-2017-9065 affects all WordPress versions before 4.7.5.
Can CVE-2017-9065 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-9065 can be exploited remotely via the XML-RPC API without proper capability checks.
Is CVE-2017-9065 relevant to Debian systems?
Yes, CVE-2017-9065 is relevant to Debian systems running WordPress versions prior to 4.7.5.
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