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CVE-2024-0682

5.3 · MEDIUM

The Page Restrict plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to information disclosure in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.5.

Published Feb 28, 2024CWE-693EPSS 0.50%

Overview

CVE-2024-0682 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 28, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Page Restrict plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to information disclosure in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.5. This is due to the plugin not properly restricting access to posts via the REST API when a page has been made private. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view protected posts.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-0682?

CVE-2024-0682 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 28, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-0682?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-0682?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2024-0682?

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