Vulnerability Description
The Ultimate WordPress Toolkit – WP Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in version 3.0.11. This is due to a missing capability check on the 'wpext_handle_snippet_update' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to execute code on the server providing an admin has created at least one code snippet.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpextended | Ultimate Wordpress Toolkit | < 3.0.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpextended/trunk/includes/modules/corProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b3ce53e5-8666-4227-83dThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-11816?
CVE-2024-11816 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Ultimate WordPress Toolkit – WP Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in version 3.0.11. This is due to a missing capability check on the 'wpext_handle_snippet_updat...
How severe is CVE-2024-11816?
CVE-2024-11816 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-2024-11816?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpextended Ultimate Wordpress Toolkit.