CVE-2023-29631

PrestaShop jmsslider 1.6.0 is vulnerable to Incorrect Access Control via ajax_jmsslider.php

Critical · published June 5, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An incorrect access control flaw at the heart of PrestaShop jmsslider 1.6.0 lets attackers bypass permissions like a shadow slipping unnoticed through a cracked door! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the waiter accidentally gives out the kitchen's secrets without verifying who’s asking — anyone can play chef without permission! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive operations or data without any authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized account modifications, data leakage, or even full control over the application. It's a shocking breach of trust that can cause serious damage to your online store's reputation and user trust!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the waiter accidentally gives out the kitchen's secrets without verifying who’s asking — anyone can play chef without permission! This vulnerability arises from the ajax_jmsslider.php script not properly enforcing access controls, allowing unauthorized users to perform actions that should be restricted to authenticated users only.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive operations or data without any authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized account modifications, data leakage, or even full control over the application. It's a shocking breach of trust that can cause serious damage to your online store's reputation and user trust! To protect your PrestaShop instance, immediately update to the latest version of jmsslider that addresses this flaw. Additionally, review your access control policies and conduct a security audit to ensure no other vulnerabilities exist. Don't delay — this is a critical fix! You've got this! By taking swift action, you'll bolster your security defenses and keep your store safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AC:L/AV:N/A:H/C:H/I:H/PR:N/S:U/UI:N
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00671 · 51.4th percentile
Published
2023-06-05T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 JUN 00:00Z
    PrestaShop jmsslider 1.6.0 is vulnerable to Incorrect Access Control via ajax_jmsslider.php
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