CVE-2012-4332 in ShareYourCart
Summary
by MITRE
The ShareYourCart plugin 1.7.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to obtain the installation path via unspecified vectors related to the SDK.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/19/2019
The ShareYourCart plugin version 1.7.1 for WordPress contains a vulnerability that exposes the system's installation path to remote attackers through unspecified vectors associated with its Software Development Kit. This type of information disclosure vulnerability falls under the category of path traversal and system exposure issues that can significantly aid malicious actors in planning more sophisticated attacks against the affected WordPress environment. The vulnerability represents a critical security gap that compromises the confidentiality of the system's internal structure and configuration details.
The technical flaw stems from improper handling of SDK-related requests within the plugin's code implementation, where the system inadvertently reveals directory paths during normal operation or error handling processes. This exposure occurs through unspecified vectors that likely involve API endpoint responses, error messages, or debug information that contains filesystem path details. The vulnerability demonstrates poor input validation and output sanitization practices that allow attackers to extract sensitive information about the server's file system structure without requiring authentication or privileged access. According to CWE classification, this corresponds to CWE-200: Information Exposure, which encompasses various scenarios where system information is disclosed to unauthorized parties.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as the leaked installation path provides attackers with crucial reconnaissance data for subsequent attack phases. With knowledge of the system's file structure, threat actors can better target specific files, understand the server configuration, and potentially identify other vulnerabilities that might exist within the same environment. This information disclosure creates opportunities for directory traversal attacks, file inclusion exploits, and other advanced persistent threats that rely on understanding the target system's architecture. The vulnerability affects the fundamental security posture of WordPress installations using this plugin, potentially enabling attackers to escalate privileges or gain deeper access to the underlying server infrastructure.
Organizations using the ShareYourCart plugin version 1.7.1 should immediately implement mitigations including plugin updates to versions that address the path disclosure issue, input validation improvements, and comprehensive security monitoring of API endpoints. System administrators should also conduct thorough vulnerability assessments to identify other potential information disclosure vectors within their WordPress installations. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1083: File and Directory Discovery, as attackers can leverage the exposed paths to map the target system's structure. Additionally, the vulnerability aligns with T1592: Vulnerability Analysis, where attackers use information disclosure to identify system weaknesses for exploitation. Regular security audits, proper error handling implementation, and adherence to secure coding practices are essential for preventing similar vulnerabilities in plugin development and maintaining overall system security posture.