CVE-2022-2551: Duplicator < 1.4.7 - Unauthenticated Backup Download

Published Aug 22, 2022
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Updated

The Duplicator WordPress plugin before 1.4.7 discloses the url of the a backup to unauthenticated visitors accessing the main installer endpoint of the plugin, if the installer script has been run once by an administrator, allowing download of the full site backup without authenticating.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SnapCreek Duplicator Wordpress<1.4.7
Awesomemotive Duplicator Wordpress<1.4.7

Event History

Aug 22, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-2551?

CVE-2022-2551 is a vulnerability in the Duplicator WordPress plugin before version 1.4.7 that allows unauthenticated visitors to access the URL of a backup and download the full site backup without authentication.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-2551?

CVE-2022-2551 has a severity rating of high with a CVSS score of 7.5.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2022-2551?

The Duplicator WordPress plugin before version 1.4.7 is affected by CVE-2022-2551.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-2551?

To fix CVE-2022-2551, upgrade to version 1.4.7 or later of the Duplicator WordPress plugin.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-2551?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-2551 at the following references: [GitHub](https://github.com/SecuriTrust/CVEsLab/tree/main/CVE-2022-2551) and [WPScan](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f27d753e-861a-4d8d-9b9a-6c99a8a7ebe0).

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