Vulnerability Description
The FundEngine plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.0. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying user meta updated through the update_user_meta function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to update their user meta which can be leveraged to update their capabilities to gain administrator access.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpmet | Fundengine | < 1.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&newPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2ec6cf42-291b-452d-ad1Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-6698?
CVE-2024-6698 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The FundEngine plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.0. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying user meta updated through the up...
How severe is CVE-2024-6698?
CVE-2024-6698 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-6698?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpmet Fundengine.