Vulnerability identifier: #VU27491

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: ThemeFusion

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper permissions checks in the "delete_layout" function. A remote authenticated attacker can delete any post or page on the website.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Avada: All versions

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External links
http://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10209/
http://blog.nintechnet.com/avada-wordpress-theme-fixed-multiple-vulnerabilities/

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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.