Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel Vulnerability
CVE-2024-49604

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
WordPress
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 October 2024

Summary

An Authentication Bypass vulnerability exists within the Simple User Registration plugin created by Najeeb Ahmad. This vulnerability permits unauthorized access to user accounts, allowing an attacker to bypass standard authentication mechanisms through alternate paths or channels. It affects versions ranging from n/a up to 5.5, potentially compromising the authentication integrity of websites utilizing this plugin. It is crucial for users and administrators to apply necessary patches and updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Simple User Registration <= 5.5

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

stealthcopter (Patchstack Alliance)
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