WordPress WPS Hide Login Scanner
This scanner detects the use of WordPress WPS Hide Login Log Exposure in digital assets.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
3 weeks 13 hours
Scan only one
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The WordPress WPS Hide Login plugin is widely utilized by WordPress site administrators to secure their login endpoints by changing the default login URL. It is especially popular among websites seeking to bolster security by reducing unauthorized login attempts. Despite its purpose, the plugin can inadvertently expose sensitive directories if misconfigured. This can lead to unauthorized access to PHP error logs or source codes. Thus, identifying such misconfigurations is crucial for maintaining website security.
Log exposure in the WPS Hide Login plugin arises when the plugin's directory is exposed due to server misconfiguration. This exposure can potentially leak sensitive information such as PHP error logs. Attackers could exploit this information to gain insights into the server environment, potentially identifying other vulnerabilities. The vulnerability primarily occurs when directory listing is enabled, granting public access to PHP logs or source codes. Detecting such exposures is vital for WordPress site security.
From a technical perspective, the vulnerability is located in the '/classes/' directory of the WPS Hide Login plugin. If this directory is publicly accessible, it may display error logs containing sensitive information. Exploiting this vulnerability involves accessing the URL containing the error logs. The primary parameter of concern is the 'error_log' file, which may reveal critical server information if directory listing is enabled.
If exploited by malicious actors, this vulnerability can lead to critical information exposure. Attackers could gain insights into the server configuration, error messages, and potentially extract other sensitive data. This could also serve as a stepping stone for further attacks, such as exploiting other vulnerabilities or unauthorized access attempts. Preventing such exposure is essential to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of the affected digital assets.
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