#VU68688 Improper access control in WordPress

Vulnerability identifier: #VU68688

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WordPress
Web applications / CMS

Vendor: WordPress.ORG

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions, related to shared user instances. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WordPress: 6.0 - 6.0.2

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External links
https://wordpress.org/news/2022/10/wordpress-6-0-3-security-release/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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