Vulnerability Description
The Permalink Manager Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_save_permalink' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.3.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author access and above, to modify the permalinks of arbitrary posts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Permalink Manager Lite Project | Permalink Manager Lite | < 2.4.3.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://gist.github.com/Xib3rR4dAr/b1eec00e844932c6f2f30a63024b404eExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3052848#file35Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/70cd028d-122d-4e3c-ac0Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/Xib3rR4dAr/b1eec00e844932c6f2f30a63024b404eExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3052848#file35Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/70cd028d-122d-4e3c-ac0Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-2538?
CVE-2024-2538 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Permalink Manager Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_save_permalink' function in all versions up to, and in...
How severe is CVE-2024-2538?
CVE-2024-2538 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-2538?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Permalink Manager Lite Project Permalink Manager Lite.