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CVSS vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
What the vulnerability does
WordPress IMDb Profile Widget 1.0.8 contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the url parameter. Attackers can supply directory traversal sequences in GET requests to pic.php to access sensitive files like wp-config.php containing database credentials and configuration data.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
IMDb Profile Widget versions 1.0.8 and later contain a local code execution vulnerability. An attacker with local access to the affected system can run arbitrary code with high privileges. The vulnerability stems from improper input validation in the widget's code handling. No patch information is currently available.
What an attacker can do
Run code on the local system with high privileges.
Potential impact on your site
If this widget runs on a shared server, a local user could compromise your site's data and functionality.
Conditions required to exploit
Local access to the system; no authentication or user interaction required.
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