CVE-2019-9881: Medium severity wpgraphql vulnerability

Published Jun 10, 2019
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Updated

The createComment mutation in the WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows unauthenticated users to post comments on any article, even when 'allow comment' is disabled.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WPGraphQL WPGraphQL WordPress=0.2.3
Wpengine Wpgraphql Wordpress=0.2.3

Event History

Jun 10, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:37 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-9881?

CVE-2019-9881 is a vulnerability in the WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress that allows unauthenticated users to post comments on any article, even when 'allow comment' is disabled.

2

How severe is CVE-2019-9881?

CVE-2019-9881 has a severity keyword of 'medium' and a severity value of 5.3.

3

How can I fix CVE-2019-9881?

To fix CVE-2019-9881, upgrade to WPGraphQL version 0.3.0 or higher.

4

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-9881?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-9881 at the following references: [http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153025/WordPress-WPGraphQL-0.2.3-Authentication-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.html](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153025/WordPress-WPGraphQL-0.2.3-Authentication-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.html), [https://github.com/pentestpartners/snippets/blob/master/wp-graphql0.2.3_exploit.py](https://github.com/pentestpartners/snippets/blob/master/wp-graphql0.2.3_exploit.py), [https://github.com/wp-graphql/wp-graphql/releases/tag/v0.3.0](https://github.com/wp-graphql/wp-graphql/releases/tag/v0.3.0)

5

What is the CWE ID for CVE-2019-9881?

The CWE ID for CVE-2019-9881 is 306.

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