CVE-2019-14800 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-14800, a vulnerability in WordPress FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin allowing unauthorized access to email subscriptions. Find mitigation steps here.
WordPress FV Flowplayer Video Player Plugin Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2019-14800
What is CVE-2019-14800?
The CVE-2019-14800 vulnerability allows guests in WordPress using the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin version prior to 7.3.15.727 to access the list of email subscriptions in CSV format by exploiting a specific URI.
The Impact of CVE-2019-14800
This vulnerability enables unauthorized users to obtain sensitive email subscription data, potentially leading to privacy breaches and misuse of personal information.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14800
Vulnerability Description
The FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin before version 7.3.15.727 for WordPress allows guests to extract the email subscription list in CSV format through a specific URI.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: WordPress
- Plugin: FV Flowplayer Video Player
- Versions Affected: Prior to 7.3.15.727
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users can exploit the vulnerability by accessing the URI 'wp-admin/admin-post.php?page=fvplayer&fv-email-export=1' to retrieve the email subscription list.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin to version 7.3.15.727 or later.
- Restrict access to the vulnerable URI to authorized users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit access logs for suspicious activities.
- Educate users on the importance of data security and privacy.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.