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CVE-2008-6767: wp-admin/upgrade.php in WordPress, probably 2.6.x, allows remote attackers to upgrade the application, and...

wp-admin/upgrade.php in WordPress, probably 2.6.x, allows remote attackers to upgrade the application, and possibly cause a denial of service (application outage), via a direct request.

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This old WordPress issue could let an unauthenticated remote user trigger the application upgrade process. The documented business impact is possible application outage. The affected scope is poorly specified as “probably 2.6.x,” so treat it as a legacy WordPress exposure and prioritize finding unsupported installations. Most exposure is likely on internet-facing legacy WordPress sites, especially installations around the 2.6.x era or unmaintained Debian WordPress packages referenced by DSA-1871. Prioritize as a legacy-asset risk. It is not proven actively exploited in the provided sources, but an unauthenticated outage path on public websites can affect availability and brand trust. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress installations and identify unsupported legacy versions.; Apply Debian DSA-1871 updates where Debian WordPress packages are used.; For non-Debian installs, check WordPress/vendor guidance for the relevant legacy branch..

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