CVE-2024-9223

WPDash Notes <= 1.3.5 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Sensitive Information Exposure

Description

The WPDash Notes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the 'wp_ajax_post_it_list_comment' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to view comments on any post, including private and password protected posts, and pending and draft posts if they were previously published. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 1.3.5.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: wpformation WPDash Notes
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/58f048e5-f4be-4452-8fed-16871f4020b6?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpdash-notes/trunk/classes/plugin.php#L210

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9223?
CVE-2024-9223 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-9223?
To fix CVE-2024-9223, 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-2024-9223 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-9223 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-2024-9223?
CVE-2024-9223 affects wpformation WPDash Notes.
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