CVE-2024-43245CWE-269

WordPress JobSearch plugin <= 2.3.4 - Unauthenticated Account Takeover vulnerability

Critical · published August 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
39.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An improperly managed privilege in eyecix JobSearch could let anyone escalate their access level like a kid sneaking into a restricted area at a theme park! 🎢 Think of it like a VIP pass that wasn’t checked at the entrance—anyone could strut in and enjoy the exclusive perks without proper authorization. This flaw allows users to elevate their permissions unexpectedly, breaking the trust within the system. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain full control over the JobSearch application, potentially accessing sensitive data and making unauthorized changes. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, leading to data breaches and loss of trust from users. Imagine the chaos if someone could change job listings or access confidential company information!

Put simply

Think of it like a VIP pass that wasn’t checked at the entrance—anyone could strut in and enjoy the exclusive perks without proper authorization. This flaw allows users to elevate their permissions unexpectedly, breaking the trust within the system. This improper privilege management vulnerability allows users to escalate their access rights within the JobSearch application, affecting all versions from n/a to 2.3.4. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the application's role checks, bypassing security measures.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain full control over the JobSearch application, potentially accessing sensitive data and making unauthorized changes. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, leading to data breaches and loss of trust from users. Imagine the chaos if someone could change job listings or access confidential company information! To mitigate this risk, patch JobSearch immediately to version 2.3.5 or higher. Additionally, review your privilege management policies and conduct an audit to ensure that user permissions are appropriately assigned and enforced. Regularly test your application for similar vulnerabilities. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses and ensure your system is on lock-down! 🛡️

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
0.00473 · 39.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-269 · Improper Privilege Management
Published
2024-08-19T17:12Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 AUG 17:12Z
    WordPress JobSearch plugin <= 2.3.4 - Unauthenticated Account Takeover vulnerability
    cvelistv5