CVE-2023-26009CWE-269

WordPress Houzez Login Register plugin <= 2.6.3 - Privilege Escalation

Critical · published May 17, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An improper privilege management bug in Favethemes Houzez Login Register could let attackers escalate their access like a party crasher suddenly appointed as the VIP! Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and just declare themselves the head chef, taking control of the kitchen. No one checked their credentials, and suddenly, they’re cooking up chaos instead of dinner! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges, letting them access sensitive information or perform actions that should be restricted! This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized changes, or even a full takeover of the site - absolutely devastating for any organization.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and just declare themselves the head chef, taking control of the kitchen. No one checked their credentials, and suddenly, they’re cooking up chaos instead of dinner! This vulnerability arises from improper checks on user privileges in the Houzez Login Register plugin, allowing unauthorized users to escalate their privileges without adequate verification.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges, letting them access sensitive information or perform actions that should be restricted! This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized changes, or even a full takeover of the site - absolutely devastating for any organization. Immediately update Houzez Login Register to version 2.6.4 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review your user management practices to ensure that proper privilege checks are in place. Regular audits can help catch such issues before they become critical. You've got this! Fixing this is a straightforward path to securing your site! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02730 · 86.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-269 · Improper Privilege Management
Published
2024-05-17T06:40Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 MAY 06:40Z
    WordPress Houzez Login Register plugin <= 2.6.3 - Privilege Escalation
    cvelistv5