CVE-2024-13709

Linear <= 2.8.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Cache Reset

Description

The Linear plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'linear-debug'. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to reset the plugin's cache via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: linearoy Linear
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/83af4ee4-2763-4706-8cb2-fa102a72be68?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/linear/trunk/includes/class-linear-settings.php#L1874

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13709?
CVE-2024-13709 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-13709?
To fix CVE-2024-13709, 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-2024-13709 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-13709 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-2024-13709?
CVE-2024-13709 affects linearoy Linear.
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