CVE-2007-1893: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-1893: xmlrpc (xmlrpc.php) in WordPress 2.1.2, and probably earlier, allows remote authenticated users with the co...

xmlrpc (xmlrpc.php) in WordPress 2.1.2, and probably earlier, allows remote authenticated users with the contributor role to bypass intended access restrictions and invoke the publish_posts functionality, which can be used to "publish a previously saved post."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 13:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old WordPress access-control flaw. In WordPress 2.1.2, and probably earlier versions, a logged-in contributor could publish a previously saved post through XML-RPC even though that role should not have publishing rights. Exposure is likely limited to legacy WordPress 2.1.2 or probably earlier sites where XML-RPC is reachable and untrusted or compromised contributor accounts exist. Treat this as a legacy platform risk, not a broad emergency. Prioritize remediation if old WordPress systems remain internet-facing or have many contributor accounts. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire WordPress 2.1.2 or earlier installations.; Check WordPress and Debian guidance for the applicable fixed package or upgrade path.; Restrict or disable XML-RPC where it is not operationally required..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 06:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 9, 2007, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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wordpress-xmlrpc-security-bypass(33470)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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