WordPress ReviewX plugin <= 1.6.28 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
CVE-2024-43323

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
WordPress
Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 November 2024

Summary

ReviewX, a popular plugin by Patchstack, has been identified to possess a missing authorization vulnerability. This issue enables attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive functionalities and data within the plugin. Affected versions start from an unspecified version up to 1.6.28, emphasizing the need for users to assess their installed versions and apply necessary patches to mitigate the risk. Proper configuration of access controls is crucial in safeguarding against such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

ReviewX <= 1.6.28

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Manab Jyoti Dowarah (Patchstack Alliance)
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