Vulnerability Description
The The Authors List plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution via update_authors_list_ajax AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.4. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/authors-list/tags/2.0.4/backend/inclu
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3205955/authors-list/trunk/backend/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/authors-list/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/8b3cfe0a-dcfb-40f3-ba4
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-10952?
CVE-2024-10952 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The The Authors List plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution via update_authors_list_ajax AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.4. This is due to the softwa...
How severe is CVE-2024-10952?
CVE-2024-10952 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-2024-10952?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.