CVE-2020-8658: CSRF
First published: Thu Feb 06 2020(Updated: )
The BestWebSoft Htaccess plugin through 1.8.1 for WordPress allows wp-admin/admin.php?page=htaccess.php&action=htaccess_editor CSRF. The flag htccss_nonce_name passes the nonce to WordPress but the plugin does not validate it correctly, resulting in a wrong implementation of anti-CSRF protection. In this way, an attacker is able to direct the victim to a malicious web page that modifies the .htaccess file, and takes control of the website.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Bestwebsoft Htaccess Wordpress | <=1.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8658?
CVE-2020-8658 is a vulnerability in the BestWebSoft Htaccess plugin for WordPress that allows for CSRF attacks.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8658?
The severity of CVE-2020-8658 is high with a severity value of 8.8.
How does CVE-2020-8658 affect WordPress?
CVE-2020-8658 affects WordPress through the BestWebSoft Htaccess plugin by allowing CSRF attacks.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8658?
To fix CVE-2020-8658, update the BestWebSoft Htaccess plugin to version 1.8.2 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8658?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-8658 on the following links: [link1], [link2], [link3].
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