Vulnerability identifier: #VU69780
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Defender Security, Monitoring, and Hack Protection
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: WPMU DEV
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain admin access to the website.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Defender Security, Monitoring, and Hack Protection: 3.3.0 - 3.3.2
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.