Advanced Custom Fields Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Secure Custom Fields in digital assets.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
13 days 10 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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Secure Custom Fields is a popular plugin for the WordPress platform, providing a flexible and powerful way to define custom fields in content. It is frequently used by web developers and website administrators to enhance the default capabilities of WordPress, allowing them to tailor their sites to specific needs. The software is mainly employed in environments where customization of CMS is required for better content management. It enhances WordPress by providing additional functionality that aids the management of metadata or custom inputs. This plugin is particularly valued for its ability to handle complex back-end management without the need for extensive coding knowledge. The flexibility and ease of integration make it a sought-after tool in web development projects targeting WordPress.
The vulnerability associated with Secure Custom Fields involves its detection on servers and systems. Detecting the presence of this plugin on a system means identifying its active deployment, which may not pose a direct threat but is a precursor step for further exploitation. Technology detection serves as an initial reconnaissance step in assessing the technologies that an asset utilizes. This type of vulnerability often does not directly exploit security flaws but rather identifies the existence of potentially vulnerable technologies or setups. Ensuring that the versions being run do not have unpatched vulnerabilities is crucial. Regular updates and patches are key to mitigating risks associated with such vulnerabilities. Hence, the detection of Secure Custom Fields is about recognizing and documenting its use in systems.
The technical details in detecting the Secure Custom Fields plugin primarily involve accessing specific paths within the WordPress structure, such as ‘/wp-content/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/readme.txt’. This path is typically checked for standard indicators like version tags that reveal the plugin’s presence and potentially outdated versions. By analyzing the returned content from requests to these paths, the scanner can determine the version installed and cross-reference with known vulnerable versions. The use of regex patterns helps extract specific information from the text files or version tags. The process hinges on identifying the plugins' unique features within the host system to ascertain its installation status
Exploitation of technology detection vulnerabilities can lead to information gathering crucial for executing more severe attacks. Detecting the presence of certain plugins like Secure Custom Fields can guide attackers on potential vulnerabilities tailored to specific versions of the detected software. This could lead to targeted attacks such as version-specific exploits, resulting in data breaches, unauthorized access, or service disruption. Even though the detection itself does not exploit vulnerabilities, it aids attackers in crafting precise attack vectors. It highlights the importance of securing software environments by adequately disguising or protecting version and presence information.
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