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critical·Product Based Web Vulnerabilities·Updated Jan 3, 2024

CVE-2019-16932 Scanner

CVE-2019-16932 scanner - Server-Side-Request-Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Visualizer plugin for WordPress

Est. Time~10 seconds
Scan TypeSingle Scan
Targetsurl
CostFree
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Vulnerabilities Found
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CVECVE-2019-16932
10.0
CVSS

A blind SSRF vulnerability exists in the Visualizer plugin before 3.3.1 for WordPress via wp-json/visualizer/v1/upload-data.

Attack Vector
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Privileges Req.
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User Interaction
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Affected
n/aby n/a
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Updated Aug 21, 2026View on NVD →
Detail

The Visualizer plugin is a popular tool used in WordPress for data visualization. It provides users with various charts, graphs, and tables that can help them make sense of their data. The plugin is widely used by businesses, analysts, and bloggers who all rely on it to present their information in a visually appealing manner. Visualizer plugin is a trusted resource for many WordPress users worldwide.

However, despite its popularity, the Visualizer plugin is not immune to vulnerabilities. In fact, CVE-2019-16932, a critical security flaw, was discovered in the plugin before version 3.3.1. This vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to orchestrate a blind SSRF attack via wp-json/visualizer/v1/upload-data.

When exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a range of malicious activities. For example, an attacker can exploit the flaw to trick the server into making HTTP requests without the user's knowledge. The attacker can then direct these malicious requests to attack other systems or networks. This makes exploiting the Visualizer plugin CVE-2019-16932 extremely dangerous and can lead to a host of damaging outcomes, including data theft, malware distribution and system hijacking.

It cannot be overstated that, to make sure digital assets are secure, it is necessary to continually check for vulnerabilities to detect and fix threats early on. Thanks to the pro features of s4e.io, WordPress users can quickly and easily learn about vulnerabilities in their digital assets. With s4e.io, users have peace of mind that they are one step ahead of cybercriminals, providing a safer, more secure environment for their WordPress site.

 

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Solution Advice

Fortunately, there are several precautions that can be taken to protect against this vulnerability. These include:

  • Installing the latest version of the Visualizer plugin, which contains a patch for CVE-2019-16932
  • Regularly updating WordPress and all other installed plugins.
  • Disabling any plugins that are not in use. 
  • Employing a web application firewall (WAF) to monitor incoming traffic and detect any suspicious activity.
  • Using a VPN to increase network security and protect against brute force attacks.

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