Unauthorized Data Access in SocialV Theme for WordPress

CVE-2024-13529

What is CVE-2024-13529?

The SocialV - Social Network and Community BuddyPress Theme for WordPress is susceptible to unauthorized data access due to a lack of capability checks in the 'socialv_send_download_file' function. This flaw allows authenticated users with Subscriber-level access or higher to download arbitrary files from the system. As a result, sensitive information could be exposed to attackers exploiting this vulnerability, emphasizing the need for prompt security measures and updates.

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