Vulnerability Description
The ColorMag theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the plugin_action_callback() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.1.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to install and activate arbitrary plugins.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Themegrill | Colormag | <= 3.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/colormag/3.1.2/functions.php#L237Issue Tracking
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e982d457-29db-468f-88cThird Party Advisory
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/colormag/3.1.2/functions.php#L237Issue Tracking
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e982d457-29db-468f-88cThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-0679?
CVE-2024-0679 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The ColorMag theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the plugin_action_callback() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.1.2. This makes...
How severe is CVE-2024-0679?
CVE-2024-0679 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-0679?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Themegrill Colormag.