Vulnerability Description
The Social Connect plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 1.2. This is due to insufficient verification on the OpenID server being supplied during the social login through the plugin. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as any existing user on the site, such as an administrator, if they have access to the email.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/social-connect/tags/1.2/openid/openid
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2882d9dd-0c73-4c9a-99c
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/social-connect/tags/1.2/openid/openid
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2882d9dd-0c73-4c9a-99c
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-4393?
CVE-2024-4393 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Social Connect plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 1.2. This is due to insufficient verification on the OpenID server being supplied durin...
How severe is CVE-2024-4393?
CVE-2024-4393 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-4393?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.