Vulnerability Description
The Passwords Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'pms_save_setting' and 'post_new_pass' AJAX actions in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update the plugins settings and add passwords.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hirewebxperts | Passwords Manager | < 1.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3221505/passwords-manager/trunk/incPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3221505/passwords-manager/trunk/incPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/898c5554-fd02-47a2-a1fThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-12614?
CVE-2024-12614 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Passwords Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'pms_save_setting' and 'post_new_pass' AJAX actions in all versio...
How severe is CVE-2024-12614?
CVE-2024-12614 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-12614?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hirewebxperts Passwords Manager.