Vulnerability Description
The WordPress plugin, Email Subscribers & Newsletters, before 4.2.3 had a privilege bypass flaw that allowed authenticated users (Subscriber or greater access) to send test emails from the administrative dashboard on behalf of an administrator. This occurs because the plugin registers a wp_ajax function to send_test_email.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Icegram | Email Subscribers \& Newsletters | < 4.2.3 |
References
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9946Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2019/11/multiple-vulnerabilities-patched-in-emailExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9946Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2019/11/multiple-vulnerabilities-patched-in-emailExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-19980?
CVE-2019-19980 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The WordPress plugin, Email Subscribers & Newsletters, before 4.2.3 had a privilege bypass flaw that allowed authenticated users (Subscriber or greater access) to send test emails from the administrat...
How severe is CVE-2019-19980?
CVE-2019-19980 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-19980?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Icegram Email Subscribers \& Newsletters.