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By kannthu
The "WordPress xmlrpc" module is a test case designed to detect misconfigurations or vulnerabilities in the WordPress XML-RPC server. It targets websites running on the WordPress platform.
This module has an informative severity level, meaning it provides valuable information but does not pose an immediate threat.
Author: udit_thakkur
This module aims to identify potential misconfigurations or vulnerabilities in the WordPress XML-RPC server. If any issues are found, it could potentially expose the website to unauthorized access or other security risks.
The "WordPress xmlrpc" module works by sending a GET request to the "/xmlrpc.php" path of the target website. It then checks the response for a specific condition: "XML-RPC server accepts POST requests only."
If the condition is met, it indicates that the XML-RPC server is properly configured to only accept POST requests, which is the recommended setting. If the condition is not met, it suggests a potential misconfiguration or vulnerability.
By analyzing the response and matching conditions, this module helps identify any issues related to the XML-RPC server configuration.