CVE-2008-4769 describes a directory traversal vulnerability in WordPress versions 2.3.3 and earlier, and 2.5, specifically within the get_category_template function in wp-includes/theme.php. This flaw allows remote attackers to include and potentially execute arbitrary PHP files by manipulating the 'cat' parameter in index.php. The vulnerability carries a critical CVSS score of 9.3, indicating a network-based attack with medium complexity, leading to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Its FAUCET Risk Score is 97/100, highlighting its severe potential impact. While not listed on the CISA KEV or Hot List, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-31670) confirms the existence of public exploit code. Despite this, there is no recorded community discussion or media coverage, suggesting limited public awareness or active exploitation at present.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.3.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
0.6.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:0.6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
0.6.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:0.6.2:beta_2:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
0.6.2.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:0.6.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
0.6.2.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:0.6.2.1:beta_2:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.0 Twitter, 0.1 Reddit, 0.1 Bluesky, 0.1 Mastodon, and 0.2 GitHub mentions.
No media coverage found for this CVE.
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.1 InfoSec Media, 0.0 Vendor Blog, and 0.0 Security Researcher mentions.
Remediation records are not available for this CVE.