8.8
CWE
862
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-9456

First published: Fri Mar 06 2020(Updated: )

In the RegistrationMagic plugin through 4.6.0.3 for WordPress, the user controller allows remote authenticated users (with minimal privileges) to elevate their privileges to administrator via class_rm_user_controller.php rm_user_edit.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
RegistrationMagic User Registration Plugin<=4.6.0.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-9456?

    CVE-2020-9456 is a vulnerability in the RegistrationMagic plugin through 4.6.0.3 for WordPress that allows remote authenticated users to elevate their privileges to administrator.

  • How severe is CVE-2020-9456?

    CVE-2020-9456 has a severity score of 8.8, which is considered high.

  • How does CVE-2020-9456 affect the RegistrationMagic plugin?

    CVE-2020-9456 affects the RegistrationMagic plugin through version 4.6.0.3 for WordPress.

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-9456?

    To fix CVE-2020-9456, you should update the RegistrationMagic plugin to a version beyond 4.6.0.3.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9456?

    You can find more information about CVE-2020-9456 at the following references: [1] [2] [3].

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