CVE-2014-9292
5.8 · MEDIUMServer-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in proxy.php in the jRSS Widget plugin 1.2 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to trigger outbound requests and enumerate open ports v…
Overview
CVE-2014-9292 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting jrss_widget_project jrss_widget. It was published on December 5, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8 (MEDIUM).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
Server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in proxy.php in the jRSS Widget plugin 1.2 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to trigger outbound requests and enumerate open ports via the url parameter.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from jrss_widget_project. Update jrss_widget to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| jrss_widget_project | jrss_widget | 0 | Affected |
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2014-9292?
CVE-2014-9292 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting jrss_widget_project jrss_widget. It was published on December 5, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2014-9292?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2014-9292?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from jrss_widget_project. Update jrss_widget to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2014-9292?
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