Vulnerability Description
The Comment Images Reloaded plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized loss of data due to a missing capability check on the cir_delete_image AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary media attachments.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/comment-images-reloaded/trunk/functio
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/4f2dc3e7-1e10-4547-846
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/comment-images-reloaded/trunk/functio
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/4f2dc3e7-1e10-4547-846
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-5856?
CVE-2024-5856 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Comment Images Reloaded plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized loss of data due to a missing capability check on the cir_delete_image AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, ...
How severe is CVE-2024-5856?
CVE-2024-5856 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-2024-5856?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.