CVE-2024-3136
MasterStudy LMS <= 3.3.3 - Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion via template
Record summary
CVE-2024-3136 has a selected CVSS score of 9.8 (critical); EIP currently links 1 Nuclei template.
Description
The MasterStudy LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.3 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
Exploitation context
Available material
- Nuclei templates
- 1
CISA SSVC decision
CISA Coordinator · SSVC 2.0.3 · Evaluated Aug 8, 2024 · Source: CVE List
Affected products and versions
2| Product | Source | Version range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
MasterStudy LMS WordPress Plugin – for Online Courses and EducationBrowse stylemix / MasterStudy LMS WordPress Plugin – for Online Courses and EducationDefault status: unaffected | CVE List | Through 3.3.3 | affected |
masterstudy_lmsBrowse stylemixthemes / masterstudy_lmsDefault status: unknown | CVE List | Before 3.3.4 | affected |
Nuclei templates
1ProjectDiscoveryCRITICALMasterStudy LMS <= 3.3.3 - Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion via templateCVSS 9.8
The MasterStudy LMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.3 via the 'template' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other "safe" file types can be uploaded and included.
Impact
An attacker can read sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or escalate privileges.
Remediation
Upgrade MasterStudy LMS to version 3.3.4 or higher to mitigate the vulnerability.
Source: ProjectDiscovery