Vulnerability Description
The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized code execution due to insufficient filtering on callable methods/functions via the ajax_request() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to call arbitrary functions that can be leverage for privilege escalation by changing user's passwords.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Buffercode | Frontend Dashboard | < 2.2.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-dashboard/tags/2.2.4/route/cIssue Tracking
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3147868/frontend-dashboard/tags/2.2Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/7d66694a-c99f-44f8-800Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8268?
CVE-2024-8268 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized code execution due to insufficient filtering on callable methods/functions via the ajax_request() function in all versions up ...
How severe is CVE-2024-8268?
CVE-2024-8268 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-2024-8268?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Buffercode Frontend Dashboard.