CVE-2024-10437: WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce <= 4.2.1 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Message Activation/Deactivation

Published Oct 29, 2024
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Updated

The WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized Smar Message activation/deactivation due to a missing capability check on the ajaxenable function in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to activate or deactivate smart messages.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce<=4.2.1

Event History

Oct 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:31 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-10437?

CVE-2024-10437 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized activation or deactivation of Smart Messages.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-10437?

To fix CVE-2024-10437, update the WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce plugin to version 4.2.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-10437?

CVE-2024-10437 affects all versions of the WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce plugin up to and including version 4.2.1.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2024-10437?

CVE-2024-10437 can be exploited by authenticated attackers to enable or disable Smart Messages without proper permissions.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-10437?

Yes, a patch is available in version 4.2.2 and later of the WPC Smart Messages for WooCommerce plugin.

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