CVE-2024-12447

Get Post Content Shortcode <= 0.4 - Insecure Direct Object Reference to Authenticated (Contributor+) Sensitive Information Disclosure via post_content Shortcode

Description

The Get Post Content Shortcode plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference in all versions up to, and including, 0.4 via the 'post-content' shortcode due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to read the content of password-protected, private, draft, and pending posts.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: webdeveric Get Post Content Shortcode
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2b92091-e615-484f-b402-2e793eed214d?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/get-post-content-shortcode/trunk/get-post-content-shortcode.php#L106

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12447?
CVE-2024-12447 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-12447?
To fix CVE-2024-12447, 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-2024-12447 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-12447 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-2024-12447?
CVE-2024-12447 affects webdeveric Get Post Content Shortcode.
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