Vulnerability Description
The BuddyForms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Email Verification Bypass in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.9 via the use of an insufficiently random activation code. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to bypass the email verification.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Themekraft | Buddyforms | <= 2.8.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/buddyforms/tags/2.8.9/includes/wp-insProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3101478/buddyforms/trunk/includes/w
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a5c8d361-698b-4abd-bcdThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/buddyforms/tags/2.8.9/includes/wp-insProduct
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a5c8d361-698b-4abd-bcdThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-5149?
CVE-2024-5149 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The BuddyForms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Email Verification Bypass in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.9 via the use of an insufficiently random activation code. This makes it possib...
How severe is CVE-2024-5149?
CVE-2024-5149 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-5149?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Themekraft Buddyforms.