CVE-2024-10529: Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress <= 2.1.7 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Assistant Deletion
The Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the deleteassistant() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to delete GTP assistants.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-10529?
CVE-2024-10529 is a medium severity vulnerability that allows unauthorized modification of data in the Kognetiks Chatbot plugin.
How do I fix CVE-2024-10529?
To fix CVE-2024-10529, update the Kognetiks Chatbot plugin to version 2.1.8 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-10529?
CVE-2024-10529 affects all versions of the Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress plugin up to and including version 2.1.7.
What kind of attacks are possible due to CVE-2024-10529?
Authenticated attackers with certain permissions can exploit CVE-2024-10529 to delete assistants, leading to data modification.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-10529?
Currently, the best mitigation for CVE-2024-10529 is to update the plugin, as there are no effective workarounds.