Vulnerability Description
The Pubnews theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary plugin installation due to a missing capability check on the pubnews_importer_plugin_action_for_notice() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to install arbitrary plugins that can be leveraged to exploit other vulnerabilities.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/pubnews/1.0.7/inc/admin/admin.php#L101
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/250743/pubnews/1.0.8?contextall=1&ol
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/7eaa0117-5320-431f-b3d
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-10578?
CVE-2024-10578 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Pubnews theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary plugin installation due to a missing capability check on the pubnews_importer_plugin_action_for_notice() function in all version...
How severe is CVE-2024-10578?
CVE-2024-10578 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-10578?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.