Vulnerability Description
The Ivory Search – WordPress Search Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the ajax_create_index() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.5.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to trigger index creation.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3067568/add-search-to-menu/trunk/in
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/cc9935d8-7790-457b-88b
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3067568/add-search-to-menu/trunk/in
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/cc9935d8-7790-457b-88b
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-3233?
CVE-2024-3233 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Ivory Search – WordPress Search Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the ajax_create_index() function in all versions...
How severe is CVE-2024-3233?
CVE-2024-3233 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-2024-3233?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.