CVE-2024-8672

Widget Options – The #1 WordPress Widget & Block Control Plugin <= 4.0.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Remote Code Execution

Description

The Widget Options – The #1 WordPress Widget & Block Control Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 4.0.7 via the display logic functionality that extends several page builders. This is due to the plugin allowing users to supply input that will be passed through eval() without any filtering or capability checks. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to execute code on the server. Special note: We suggested the vendor implement an allowlist of functions and limit the ability to execute commands to just administrators, however, they did not take our advice. We are considering this patched, however, we believe it could still be further hardened and there may be residual risk with how the issue is currently patched.

Category

9.9
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 42.16% Top 5%
Affected: marketingfire Widget Options – The #1 WordPress Widget & Block Control Plugin
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8672?
CVE-2024-8672 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8672?
To fix CVE-2024-8672, 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-2024-8672 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-8672 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~42% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-8672?
CVE-2024-8672 affects marketingfire Widget Options – The #1 WordPress Widget & Block Control Plugin.
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