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The Social Media Widget plugin version 4.0 for WordPress contains an externally introduced modification (Trojan Horse) that enables remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to the affected system.
Overview
This vulnerability in the Social Media Widget plugin for WordPress version 4.0 allows attackers to upload malicious files to the target system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or further compromise of the WordPress installation.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update the Social Media Widget plugin to a secure version that does not contain the malicious modification. Additionally, users should review their WordPress installation for any unauthorized file uploads and remove any suspicious files.
References
- [Slashdot Article] - http://it.slashdot.org/story/13/04/13/212226/popular-wordpress-plug-in-caught-spamming-is-put-on-probation
- [Security Ledger Article] - http://securityledger.com/hacked-wordpress-plug-in-put-on-double-secret-probation/
- [OSS Security Mailing List] - http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/04/14/1
- [Sucuri Blog Post] - http://blog.sucuri.net/2013/04/wordpress-plugin-social-media-widget.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
