CVE-2024-4661

WP Reset <= 2.02 - Missing Authorization to License Key Modification

Description

The WP Reset plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the save_ajax function in all versions up to, and including, 2.02. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to modify the value fo the 'License Key' field for the 'Activate Pro License' setting.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: webfactory WP Reset – Most Advanced WordPress Reset Tool
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/0d2dc86e-f937-429f-9baa-0eb0a8715513?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3097597/wp-reset patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4661?
CVE-2024-4661 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-4661?
To fix CVE-2024-4661, 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-2024-4661 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-4661 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-2024-4661?
CVE-2024-4661 affects webfactory WP Reset – Most Advanced WordPress Reset Tool.
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