CVE-2018-19043 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-19043, a vulnerability in the Media File Manager plugin for WordPress allowing arbitrary file renaming via directory traversal. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures.
Arbitrary file renaming vulnerability in the Media File Manager plugin version 1.4.2 for WordPress allows attackers to rename files via directory traversal.
Understanding CVE-2018-19043
What is CVE-2018-19043?
The CVE-2018-19043 vulnerability involves arbitrary file renaming in the Media File Manager plugin for WordPress, enabling attackers to manipulate file names through a directory traversal exploit.
The Impact of CVE-2018-19043
This vulnerability can be exploited to rename files by specifying "from" and "to" filenames using a directory traversal in the dir parameter of the mrelocator_rename action to the wp-admin/admin-ajax.php URI.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-19043
Vulnerability Description
The Media File Manager plugin 1.4.2 for WordPress allows arbitrary file renaming via a directory traversal in the dir parameter of the mrelocator_rename action.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: 1.4.2
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by specifying the "from" and "to" filenames through a directory traversal in the dir parameter of the mrelocator_rename action.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or remove the Media File Manager plugin version 1.4.2 for WordPress.
- Implement strict input validation to prevent directory traversal attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch WordPress plugins to address known vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by the plugin developer to fix the arbitrary file renaming vulnerability.