CVE-2024-11153: Content Control – The Ultimate Content Restriction Plugin! Restrict Content, Create Conditional Blocks & More <= 2.5.0 - Unauthenticated Content Restriction Bypass to Sensitive Information Exposure
First published: Wed Mar 05 2025(Updated: )
The Content Control – The Ultimate Content Restriction Plugin! Restrict Content, Create Conditional Blocks & More plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.0 via the WordPress core search feature. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data from posts that have been restricted to higher-level roles such as logged-in users.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Content Control | <=2.5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-11153?
CVE-2024-11153 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11153?
To fix CVE-2024-11153, update the Content Control – The Ultimate Content Restriction Plugin to version 2.5.1 or later.
What types of sensitive information can be exposed by CVE-2024-11153?
CVE-2024-11153 can expose user data that is accessible through the WordPress core search feature.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-11153?
All users of the Content Control – The Ultimate Content Restriction Plugin on versions up to and including 2.5.0 are affected by CVE-2024-11153.
Is CVE-2024-11153 still exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2024-11153 remains exploitable in all versions up to and including 2.5.0 until they are updated.
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