Vulnerability Description
The SpeedSize Image & Video AI-Optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'speedsize_clear_css_cache_action' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to clear the plugins cache via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Speedsize | Speedsize Image \& Video Ai-Optimizer | < 1.5.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1404c675-49b3-48a5-8aaThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-13438?
CVE-2024-13438 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The SpeedSize Image & Video AI-Optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validat...
How severe is CVE-2024-13438?
CVE-2024-13438 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-2024-13438?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Speedsize Speedsize Image \& Video Ai-Optimizer.