CVE-2024-1083: Simple Restrict <= 1.2.6 - Missing Authorization to Sensitive Information Exposure

Published Mar 13, 2024
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Updated

The Simple Restrict plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.6 via the REST API. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers to bypass the plugin's restrictions to extract post titles and content

Affected Software

2 affected components
WordPress Simple Restrict<=1.2.6
WPChill Simple Restrict Wordpress<1.2.7

Event History

Mar 13, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:26 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:26 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1083?

CVE-2024-1083 has a medium severity level due to its potential for sensitive information exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-1083?

To fix CVE-2024-1083, update the Simple Restrict plugin to version 1.2.7 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-1083?

CVE-2024-1083 affects all versions of the Simple Restrict plugin up to and including 1.2.6 on WordPress sites.

4

What type of information can be exposed by CVE-2024-1083?

CVE-2024-1083 allows authenticated attackers to extract post titles and content through the REST API.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-1083?

Yes, CVE-2024-1083 requires authentication for the attacker to bypass the plugin's restrictions.

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