Vulnerability identifier: #VU96486
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-266
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
LiteSpeed Cache
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: LiteSpeed Technologies
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a weak security hash in a user simulation feature. A remote attacker can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
LiteSpeed Cache: 1.0.15 - 6.3.0.1
External links
http://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/litespeed-cache/wordpress-litespeed-cache-plugin-6-3-0-1-unauthenticated-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
http://patchstack.com/articles/critical-privilege-escalation-in-litespeed-cache-plugin-affecting-5-million-sites?_s_id=cve
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.