Access Control Flaw in OptinMonster Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2016-10996

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Optinmonster
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 September 2019

What is CVE-2016-10996?

The OptinMonster plugin for WordPress prior to version 1.1.4.6 exhibits a significant security flaw due to improper access controls for shortcodes, resulting from a nonce leak. This vulnerability allows unauthorized access to sensitive features, potentially compromising site integrity and user data. Website administrators should upgrade to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this issue.

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/optinmonster/#developers
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http://www.pritect.net/blog/optinmonster-1-1-4-6-security...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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