CVE-2018-17207: Code Injection

Published Sep 19, 2018
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Snap Creek Duplicator before 1.2.42. By accessing leftover installer files (installer.php and installer-backup.php), an attacker can inject PHP code into wp-config.php during the database setup step, achieving arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SnapCreek Duplicator Wordpress<1.2.42
Awesomemotive Duplicator Wordpress<1.2.42

Event History

Sep 19, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-17207?

The severity of CVE-2018-17207 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

2

How does CVE-2018-17207 impact Snap Creek Duplicator?

CVE-2018-17207 allows an attacker to inject PHP code into wp-config.php during the database setup step, leading to arbitrary code execution.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-17207?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-17207 by accessing leftover installer files (installer.php and installer-backup.php) and injecting PHP code during the database setup step.

4

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-17207?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2018-17207 is available in Snap Creek Duplicator version 1.2.42.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-17207?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-17207 in the Snap Creek Duplicator documentation and the Synacktiv advisory.

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