Bookly <= 21.7.1 - Arbitrary File Deletion

2023-05-11 00:00
Rafie Muhammad

Strategic Overview

Vulnerability Overview

The Bookly plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion in versions up to, and including, 21.7.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with staff-level access to delete arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make a site takeover possible.

Technical Analysis

REMEDIATION: Update to version 21.8, or a newer patched version --- IDENTIFIER: CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

External References

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