Vulnerability Description
The WordPress Header Builder Plugin – Pearl plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized site option deletion due to a missing validation and capability checks on the stm_hb_delete() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.7. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary options that can be used to perform a denial of service attack on a site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/pearl-header-builder/tags/1.3.7/inclu
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2e770e0-1a39-4946-838
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/pearl-header-builder/tags/1.3.7/inclu
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2e770e0-1a39-4946-838
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-5468?
CVE-2024-5468 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The WordPress Header Builder Plugin – Pearl plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized site option deletion due to a missing validation and capability checks on the stm_hb_delete() function in...
How severe is CVE-2024-5468?
CVE-2024-5468 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-2024-5468?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.