CVE-2024-12542

linkID <= 0.1.2 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated Sensitive Information Exposure

Description

The linkID plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check when including the 'phpinfo' function in all versions up to, and including, 0.1.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read configuration settings and predefined variables on the site's server. The plugin does not need to be activated for the vulnerability to be exploited.

References

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https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b2fe5315-37b7-4009-b2e5-909e6b5ed1da?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/linkid/trunk/lib/linkid/linkid-sdk-php/util/index.php#L1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12542?: CVE-2024-12542 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-12542?: To fix CVE-2024-12542, 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-2024-12542 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2024-12542 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~22% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-12542?: CVE-2024-12542 affects linkid linkID.

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Description

Category

CWE-862 – Missing Authorization

References

Frequently Asked Questions