#VU26057 Improper access control in Fruitful


Published: 2020-03-13

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26057

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Fruitful
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Fruitful Code

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in several AJAX actions. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and delete the theme options, adds one or more input fields while editing the theme and throw a fatal error.

Vulnerable AJAX function:

  • fruitful_reset_btn
  • fruitful_add_new_slide_action
  • run_import_dummy_data

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Fruitful: 1.0 - 3.8.1


External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10128/
http://blog.nintechnet.com/authenticated-stored-xss-vulnerability-in-wordpress-fruitful-theme/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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