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CVE-2018-17207: An issue was discovered in Snap Creek Duplicator before 1.2.42.

An issue was discovered in Snap Creek Duplicator before 1.2.42. By accessing leftover installer files (installer.php and installer-backup.php), an attacker can inject PHP code into wp-config.php during the database setup step, achieving arbitrary code execution.

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Plain-English summary

This flaw affects Snap Creek Duplicator before 1.2.42 when installer files are left on a WordPress site. If reachable, an attacker could abuse the installer workflow to place PHP code in wp-config.php, leading to code execution on the site.

Executive priority

Treat this as urgent where old Duplicator installer files may remain online. The business risk is full website compromise, especially on public WordPress properties.

Technical view

CVE-2018-17207 involves leftover Duplicator installer.php and installer-backup.php files. During the database setup step, an attacker can inject PHP into wp-config.php and achieve arbitrary code execution. The provided sources identify versions before 1.2.42 but do not provide CVSS or complete affected CPE data.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on WordPress sites that used Duplicator before 1.2.42 and retained web-accessible installer files after migration, backup, or restore work.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided bundle. The sources describe code execution if leftover installer files are accessible, but the bundle does not prove active exploitation.

Researcher notes

The strongest exposure signal is reachable leftover installer files, not merely plugin presence. Evidence in the bundle is limited on authentication requirements, CVSS, and active exploitation, so validation should focus on file exposure and wp-config.php integrity.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade Duplicator according to Snap Creek guidance, at least beyond 1.2.42.
  • Remove leftover installer.php and installer-backup.php from web roots.
  • Block public access to migration or installer artifacts.
  • Review wp-config.php for unauthorized PHP changes.
  • Restore affected files from known-good backups if tampering is found.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory WordPress sites using Snap Creek Duplicator before 1.2.42.
  • Check web roots for installer.php and installer-backup.php.
  • Confirm installer files are not publicly reachable.
  • Review wp-config.php integrity, ownership, and modification time.
  • Check web logs for requests to Duplicator installer files.
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