CVE-2020-8934

Site Kit by Google plugin for WordPress

Description

The Site Kit by Google plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Disclosure in versions up to, and including, 1.8.0 This is due to the lack of capability checks on the admin_enqueue_scripts action which displays the connection key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with any level of access obtaining owner access to a site in the Google Search Console. We recommend upgrading to V1.8.1 or above.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: Google Site Kit By Google
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/wordpress-plugins/google-site-kit/site-kit-by-google-171-sensitive-information-disclosure third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8934?
CVE-2020-8934 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-8934?
To fix CVE-2020-8934, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-8934 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-8934 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-8934?
CVE-2020-8934 affects Google Site Kit By Google.
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