CVE-2017-9066: SSRF
First published: Thu May 18 2017(Updated: )
In WordPress before 4.7.5, there is insufficient redirect validation in the HTTP class, leading to SSRF.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/wordpress | 5.0.15+dfsg1-0+deb10u1 5.0.19+dfsg1-0+deb10u1 5.7.8+dfsg1-0+deb11u2 6.1.1+dfsg1-1 6.3.1+dfsg1-1 | |
| WordPress | <=4.7.4 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://wordpress.org/news/2017/05/wordpress-4-7-5/
- https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/commit/76d77e927bb4d0f87c7262a50e28d84e01fd2b11
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-9066
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98509
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038520
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.7.5
- https://twitter.com/skansing/status/865362551097393153
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8815
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4090
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9066?
CVE-2017-9066 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF).
How do I fix CVE-2017-9066?
To fix CVE-2017-9066, upgrade your WordPress installation to version 4.7.5 or later.
What versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2017-9066?
CVE-2017-9066 affects all WordPress versions prior to 4.7.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9066?
CVE-2017-9066 is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability caused by insufficient redirect validation.
Which environments are impacted by CVE-2017-9066?
CVE-2017-9066 impacts WordPress installations on Debian Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
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