Vulnerability Description
The Admin Bar Remover plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the update_form() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.2.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to enable or disable the admin bar on the front-end of the site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/admin-bar/trunk/Inc/Classes/AdminBarR
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2955636/admin-bar/trunk
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/dfbf2556-0509-4d8a-894
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/admin-bar/trunk/Inc/Classes/AdminBarR
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2955636/admin-bar/trunk
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/dfbf2556-0509-4d8a-894
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-1716?
CVE-2024-1716 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Admin Bar Remover plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the update_form() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0....
How severe is CVE-2024-1716?
CVE-2024-1716 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-2024-1716?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.