Vulnerability Description
The Unauthenticated Account Creation plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Unauthenticated Account Creation in versions up to, and including, 1.6.6. This is due to the stm_listing_register AJAX action function being accessible and taking roles unprotected. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to create accounts, even those with administrator privileges.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Stylemixthemes | Ulisting | <= 1.6.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-ulisting-plugin-fixed-multiple-critical-vuExploit
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1c6bf45b-b02d-43bb-b68Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-ulisting-plugin-fixed-multiple-critical-vuExploit
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1c6bf45b-b02d-43bb-b68Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-4343?
CVE-2021-4343 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Unauthenticated Account Creation plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Unauthenticated Account Creation in versions up to, and including, 1.6.6. This is due to the stm_listing_register AJAX action...
How severe is CVE-2021-4343?
CVE-2021-4343 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-4343?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Stylemixthemes Ulisting.