CVE-2024-50490CWE-862

WordPress PegaPoll plugin <= 1.0.2 - Arbitrary Option Update to Privilege Escalation vulnerability

Critical · published October 29, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
61.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missing authorization vulnerability in PegaPoll could let unauthorized users access features they shouldn't, like a bouncer letting anyone into a VIP lounge! 🔥 Think of it like a ticketing system for a concert where anyone with a basic ticket can sneak backstage without any checks—this vulnerability lets users bypass crucial access restrictions and mingle where they shouldn't. An attacker could potentially gain access to restricted functionalities, exposing sensitive data or causing disruptions. This could lead to unauthorized actions that compromise the integrity and confidentiality of your system, making it critical to address immediately.

Put simply

Think of it like a ticketing system for a concert where anyone with a basic ticket can sneak backstage without any checks—this vulnerability lets users bypass crucial access restrictions and mingle where they shouldn't. This vulnerability arises from inadequate Access Control Lists (ACLs), allowing users to access functionalities without proper authorization. Specifically, versions n/a through 1.0.2 of PegaPoll are affected, making it easy for someone to exploit this flaw if left unpatched.

What to do

An attacker could potentially gain access to restricted functionalities, exposing sensitive data or causing disruptions. This could lead to unauthorized actions that compromise the integrity and confidentiality of your system, making it critical to address immediately. Immediately patch your PegaPoll to version 1.0.3 or later to ensure proper access controls are in place. Review your ACLs to prevent unauthorized access, and conduct an audit of your user permissions to reinforce security. 🛡️ You've got this! With these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses and keep your system secure! ⚡

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
0.00983 · 61.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-862 · Missing Authorization
Published
2024-10-29T08:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 OCT 08:33Z
    WordPress PegaPoll plugin <= 1.0.2 - Arbitrary Option Update to Privilege Escalation vulnerability
    cvelistv5