Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels
CVE-2023-26520

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
WordPress
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 December 2024

Summary

The Advanced Text Widget by Max Chirkov is affected by a significant vulnerability that arises from insufficient authorization mechanisms, leading to incorrect access control configurations. This vulnerability allows unauthorized users to exploit the widget, thereby gaining access to restricted functionalities or sensitive information. Versions from n/a through 2.1.2 are impacted, making it crucial for users to assess their security settings and update to secure configurations to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Advanced Text Widget <= 2.1.2

References

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

Credit

Rio Darmawan (Patchstack Alliance)
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