CVE-2018-6467 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

WordPress plugin flickrRSS version 5.3.1 is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in the wp-admin/options-general.php file.

Understanding CVE-2018-6467

The vulnerability was made public on February 6, 2018.

What is CVE-2018-6467?

The flickrRSS plugin version 5.3.1 for WordPress is susceptible to CSRF attacks through the wp-admin/options-general.php file.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6467

This vulnerability could allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users, leading to potential data breaches or unauthorized modifications.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6467

The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-6467 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in flickrRSS version 5.3.1 for WordPress allows for CSRF attacks via the wp-admin/options-general.php file.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: WordPress plugin flickrRSS
Affected Version: 5.3.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking authenticated users into visiting a malicious website that performs unauthorized actions on the plugin.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-6467.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or remove the flickrRSS plugin version 5.3.1 from WordPress installations.
Regularly monitor for any unusual activities on the website.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep WordPress plugins updated to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Educate users about the risks of CSRF attacks and how to identify suspicious websites.

Patching and Updates

Check for plugin updates and apply patches provided by the plugin developer to address the CSRF vulnerability.