CVE-2024-11724: Cookie Consent for WP – Cookie Consent, Consent Log, Cookie Scanner, Script Blocker (for GDPR, CCPA & ePrivacy) <= 3.6.5 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Whitelist Script

Published Dec 12, 2024
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Updated

The Cookie Consent for WP – Cookie Consent, Consent Log, Cookie Scanner, Script Blocker (for GDPR, CCPA & ePrivacy) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the wplscriptsave AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 3.6.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to whitelist scripts.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cookie Consent for WP Cookie Consent<=3.6.5
WPEka Wp Cookie Consent Wordpress<3.6.6

Event History

Dec 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:46 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:46 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11724?

CVE-2024-11724 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized modification of data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-11724?

To fix CVE-2024-11724, upgrade the Cookie Consent for WP plugin to version 3.6.6 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-11724?

CVE-2024-11724 affects the Cookie Consent for WP plugin for WordPress, specifically versions up to 3.6.5.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2024-11724 enable?

CVE-2024-11724 enables unauthorized data modification due to the lack of a capability check in the wpl_script_save AJAX action.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-11724?

As of now, there are no publicly disclosed exploits specifically targeting CVE-2024-11724.

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