CVE-2014-1907 in Live Streaming Integration plugin
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in the VideoWhisper Live Streaming Integration plugin before 4.29.5 for WordPress allow remote attackers to (1) read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the s parameter to ls/rtmp_login.php or (2) delete arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the s parameter to ls/rtmp_logout.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/20/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-1907 represents a critical directory traversal flaw within the VideoWhisper Live Streaming Integration plugin for WordPress systems. This vulnerability affects versions prior to 4.29.5 and exposes WordPress installations to remote exploitation through carefully crafted malicious requests. The flaw manifests in two distinct attack vectors that leverage the manipulation of the s parameter within specific plugin endpoints, creating pathways for unauthorized file access and deletion operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the plugin's file handling mechanisms. Attackers can exploit the directory traversal by injecting .. (dot dot) sequences into the s parameter of two specific files: ls/rtmp_login.php and ls/rtmp_logout.php. When these endpoints process the s parameter without proper validation, they fail to sanitize the input, allowing attackers to navigate beyond the intended directory boundaries. This weakness directly maps to CWE-22, which defines improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, commonly known as path traversal or directory traversal attacks. The vulnerability demonstrates how insufficient input filtering can lead to severe privilege escalation and data compromise scenarios.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-1907 extends beyond simple file access, as it enables attackers to perform both read and delete operations on arbitrary files within the WordPress installation directory. This dual capability creates a comprehensive attack surface that can be leveraged for complete system compromise. An attacker could potentially read sensitive configuration files, database credentials, or even system files that contain critical information. The deletion capability further amplifies the damage potential, allowing for data destruction or system disruption that could render the WordPress installation unusable. Such vulnerabilities are particularly dangerous in shared hosting environments where multiple sites reside on the same server, as exploitation could potentially affect other installations.
From a threat modeling perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007, which covers command and scripting interpreter for remote access. The attack chain typically begins with reconnaissance to identify vulnerable WordPress installations, followed by exploitation of the directory traversal flaw to gain access to sensitive files. The vulnerability also relates to T1083, file and directory discovery, as attackers can enumerate system resources through the traversal capabilities. Organizations should consider implementing network-based intrusion detection systems to monitor for suspicious patterns in the s parameter usage, particularly when combined with directory traversal sequences. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of principle of least privilege and proper input validation in web applications, as even minor oversights in parameter handling can result in catastrophic security breaches.
The remediation strategy for CVE-2014-1907 centers on immediate plugin version updates to 4.29.5 or later, which contain proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms. Organizations should also implement web application firewalls to filter malicious path traversal sequences and conduct comprehensive security audits of all installed WordPress plugins. Additionally, regular security monitoring and vulnerability scanning should be implemented to identify similar flaws in other components of the WordPress ecosystem. The vulnerability serves as a critical reminder of the importance of keeping all software components updated and the necessity of implementing robust input validation controls throughout application code to prevent exploitation of similar path traversal vulnerabilities in the future.