What is the severity of CVE-2024-12034?

CVE-2024-12034 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthenticated IP unblocking that could impact site security.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12034?

To fix CVE-2024-12034, update the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin to version 1.26 or higher, which addresses this vulnerability.

What software is affected by CVE-2024-12034?

CVE-2024-12034 affects all versions of the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin for WordPress up to and including version 1.25.

Who can exploit CVE-2024-12034?

CVE-2024-12034 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers looking to unblock IP addresses.

What are the consequences of CVE-2024-12034 being exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2024-12034 could allow unauthorized access to unblocked IPs, potentially compromising the security of the website.

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CVE-2024-12034

medium

5.3

CWE

340

24/12/2024

CVE-2024-12034: Advanced Google reCAPTCHA <= 1.25 - Brute Force Protection IP Unblock

First published: Tue Dec 24 2024(Updated: )

The Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to IP unblocking in all versions up to, and including, 1.25. This is due to the plugin not utilizing a strong unique key when generating an unblock request. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to unblock their IP after being locked out due to too many bad password attempts

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
BestWebSoft Google Captcha (reCAPTCHA) for WordPress	<=1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthenticated IP unblocking that could impact site security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12034?
To fix CVE-2024-12034, update the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin to version 1.26 or higher, which addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 affects all versions of the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin for WordPress up to and including version 1.25.
Who can exploit CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers looking to unblock IP addresses.
What are the consequences of CVE-2024-12034 being exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2024-12034 could allow unauthorized access to unblocked IPs, potentially compromising the security of the website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthenticated IP unblocking that could impact site security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12034?
To fix CVE-2024-12034, update the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin to version 1.26 or higher, which addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 affects all versions of the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin for WordPress up to and including version 1.25.
Who can exploit CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers looking to unblock IP addresses.
What are the consequences of CVE-2024-12034 being exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2024-12034 could allow unauthorized access to unblocked IPs, potentially compromising the security of the website.