Vulnerability Description
The WP GDPR plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check in versions up to, and including, 2.1.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete any comment and modify the plugin’s settings.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Appsaloon | Wp Gdpr | <= 2.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/unauthenticated-stored-xss-and-content-spoofing-vulnExploit
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-wp-gdpr-multiple-vThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/032e775a-97be-4d93-bacThird Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/unauthenticated-stored-xss-and-content-spoofing-vulnExploit
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-wp-gdpr-multiple-vThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/032e775a-97be-4d93-bacThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-36697?
CVE-2020-36697 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The WP GDPR plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check in versions up to, and including, 2.1.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers t...
How severe is CVE-2020-36697?
CVE-2020-36697 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-36697?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Appsaloon Wp Gdpr.