Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key Vulnerability
CVE-2024-43288

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WPforo Forum
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 August 2024

What is CVE-2024-43288?

The wpForo Forum plugin by gVectors Team contains an authorization bypass vulnerability. This flaw allows unauthorized users to leverage user-controlled keys to gain access to restricted resources. Versions prior to 2.3.4 are impacted, highlighting a significant risk for users utilizing these versions. It is crucial for administrators to apply updates and patches to safeguard their forums from potential exploitation and ensure data integrity.

Affected Version(s)

wpForo Forum <= 2.3.4

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wpforo/word...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ananda Dhakal (Patchstack)
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