Vulnerability Description
The Related Posts for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the handle_create_link() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to add related posts to other posts via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link. This ultimately makes it possible for attackers to view draft and password protected posts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Never5 | Related Posts | < 2.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/related-posts-for-wp/trunk/classes/hoProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3049719/related-posts-for-wp/tags/2Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5d21aad7-dbee-4204-afbThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/related-posts-for-wp/trunk/classes/hoProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3049719/related-posts-for-wp/tags/2Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5d21aad7-dbee-4204-afbThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-0592?
CVE-2024-0592 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Related Posts for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on th...
How severe is CVE-2024-0592?
CVE-2024-0592 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-0592?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Never5 Related Posts.