Simple Link Directory <= 8.4.5 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution
Vulnerability Description
The The Simple Link Directory plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 8.4.5. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
The following person or organization is credited with identifying this vulnerability, as recorded in the NVD database:
- Arkadiusz Hydzik
References
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b7112840-f190-4867-9408-c96408f28b7a?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/simple-link-directory/trunk/embed/qcopd-embed-link.php#L17
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3206971/simple-link-directory/trunk/embed/qcopd-embed-link.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3232625/
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