CVE-2024-43235

WordPress Meta Box plugin <= 5.9.10 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Description

Missing Authorization vulnerability in MetaBox.Io Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework: from n/a through 5.9.10.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 5.9.11 or a higher version.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Affected: MetaBox.io Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/meta-box/wordpress-meta-box-plugin-5-9-10-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43235?
CVE-2024-43235 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-43235?
To fix CVE-2024-43235: Update to 5.9.11 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2024-43235 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-43235 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-2024-43235?
CVE-2024-43235 affects MetaBox.io Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework.
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