Description
WordPress Plugin iThemes Security (formerly Better WP Security) is prone to a security bypass vulnerability. Exploiting this issue may allow attackers to perform otherwise restricted actions and subsequently gain access to backup/log files. WordPress Plugin iThemes Security (formerly Better WP Security) version 5.3.0 is vulnerable; prior versions may also be affected.
Remediation
Update to plugin version 5.3.1 or latest
References
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/21/2
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/21/3
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Apr/70
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