CVE-2011-4898: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-4898: wp-admin/setup-config.php in the installation component in WordPress 3.3.1 and earlier generates different...

wp-admin/setup-config.php in the installation component in WordPress 3.3.1 and earlier generates different error messages for requests lacking a dbname parameter depending on whether the MySQL credentials are valid, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute-force attacks via a series of requests with different uname and pwd parameters. NOTE: the vendor disputes the significance of this issue; also, it is unclear whether providing intentionally vague error messages during installation would be reasonable from a usability perspective

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 16:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This issue could help an attacker guess database credentials during WordPress installation because the installer gave different errors when credentials were valid. The vendor disputed the significance. Risk is mainly for very old WordPress installs where installation files remain reachable. Exposure appears limited to WordPress 3.3.1 and earlier installation components, especially systems with wp-admin/setup-config.php accessible after deployment or during installation. Treat as legacy hygiene, not an emergency, unless old WordPress installers are internet-exposed. Prioritize removal from unsupported WordPress versions and credential review. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress instances at version 3.3.1 or earlier.; Check vendor guidance before choosing a remediation path.; Upgrade unsupported WordPress installations to a supported release..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 17:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 30, 2012, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://www.trustwave.com/spiderlabs/advisories/TWSL2012-002.txtCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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