CVE-2024-13899: Mambo Importer <= 1.0 - Authenticated (Administrator+) PHP Object Injection

Published Feb 22, 2025
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Updated

The Mambo Importer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to PHP Object Injection in all versions up to, and including, 1.0 via deserialization of untrusted input via the $data parameter in the fImportMenu function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to inject a PHP Object. No known POP chain is present in the vulnerable software, which means this vulnerability has no impact unless another plugin or theme containing a POP chain is installed on the site. If a POP chain is present via an additional plugin or theme installed on the target system, it may allow the attacker to perform actions like delete arbitrary files, retrieve sensitive data, or execute code depending on the POP chain present.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Mambo Importer<=1.0
Misterpah Mambo Joomla Importer Wordpress=1.0

Event History

Feb 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:21 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13899?

CVE-2024-13899 is considered to have a critical severity due to the potential for PHP Object Injection, which can lead to remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13899?

To fix CVE-2024-13899, update the Mambo Importer plugin to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13899?

All users of the Mambo Importer plugin for WordPress, specifically those using version 1.0 or earlier, are affected by CVE-2024-13899.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2024-13899?

Authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access, can exploit CVE-2024-13899 to execute arbitrary PHP code on the vulnerable site.

5

When was CVE-2024-13899 disclosed?

CVE-2024-13899 was disclosed in early 2024, highlighting its impact on security for WordPress sites using the Mambo Importer plugin.

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