CVE-2023-3132: MainWP Child <= 4.4.1.1 - Information Disclosure via Back-Up Files
The MainWP Child plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in versions up to, and including, 4.4.1.1 due to insufficient controls on the storage of back-up files. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including the entire installations database if a backup occurs and the deletion of the back-up files fail.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
MainWP Child (WordPress plugin)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.4.1.1 - Compensating control
Ensure back-up files created by the MainWP Child plugin are stored in a location that is not web-accessible to unauthenticated users so that attackers cannot retrieve them if backup deletion fails.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2023-3132.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-3132?
The severity of CVE-2023-3132 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
Which versions of the MainWP Child plugin are affected?
Versions up to and including 4.4.1.1 of the MainWP Child plugin are affected.
What is the vulnerability in the MainWP Child plugin?
The MainWP Child plugin is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure due to insufficient controls on the storage of back-up files.
How can unauthenticated attackers exploit this vulnerability?
Unauthenticated attackers can exploit this vulnerability to extract sensitive data, including the entire installation, from the MainWP Child plugin.