CVE-2024-12028

Friends <= 3.2.1 - Missing Authorization

Description

The Friends plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on several REST API endpoints in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to send arbitrary friend requests on behalf of another website, accept the friend request for the targeted website, and then communicate with the site as an accepted friend.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Affected: akirk Friends
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/980b16d4-3c4a-4ed1-af46-f39f3ec6dd19?source=cve
https://wordpress.org/plugins/friends/#developers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12028?
CVE-2024-12028 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-12028?
To fix CVE-2024-12028, 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-2024-12028 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-12028 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-2024-12028?
CVE-2024-12028 affects akirk Friends.
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