WordPress.Web.API.Endpoint.Privilege.Escalation

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This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in WordPress.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted "ID" parameter in HTTP requests. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to escalate their privileges on vulnerable WordPress sites.

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WordPress versions 4.7.1 and earlier versions

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Privilege Escalation: Remote attackers can leverage their privileges on vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://wordpress.org/news/2017/01/wordpress-4-7-2-security-release/

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)

Version Updates

Date Version Detail
2021-01-11 16.995 Sig Added
2020-02-18 15.778 Sig Added