Vulnerability Description
The Bitly's WordPress Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several AJAX actions in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update and retrieve plugin settings.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-bitly/trunk/includes/class-wp-bitl
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3272740/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b1312c34-45c6-41e5-b6f
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-12616?
CVE-2024-12616 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Bitly's WordPress Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several AJAX actions in all versions up to, and including...
How severe is CVE-2024-12616?
CVE-2024-12616 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-12616?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.