CVE-2024-37444

WordPress Defender plugin <= 4.7.1 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Description

Missing Authorization vulnerability in WPMU DEV Defender Security allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.This issue affects Defender Security: from n/a through 4.7.1.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 4.7.3 or a higher version.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.20%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: WPMU DEV Defender Security
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/defender-security/wordpress-defender-plugin-4-7-1-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-37444?
CVE-2024-37444 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-37444?
To fix CVE-2024-37444: Update to 4.7.3 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2024-37444 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-37444 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-2024-37444?
CVE-2024-37444 affects WPMU DEV Defender Security.
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