CVE-2024-13499: GamiPress <= 7.2.1 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution via gamipress_do_shortcode() Function
First published: Wed Jan 22 2025(Updated: )
The The GamiPress – Gamification plugin to reward points, achievements, badges & ranks in WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution via gamipress_do_shortcode() function in all versions up to, and including, 7.2.1. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GamiPress | <7.2.2 | |
| openMairie Openpresse | <=7.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b30ab159-ff3c-4d46-b182-f8938097b837?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gamipress/trunk/includes/functions.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gamipress/trunk/includes/functions.php#L645
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/gamipress/#developers
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3226227/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13499?
CVE-2024-13499 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary shortcode execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13499?
To fix CVE-2024-13499, update the GamiPress plugin to version 7.2.2 or later.
What does CVE-2024-13499 exploit?
CVE-2024-13499 exploits a vulnerability in the gamipress_do_shortcode() function that allows arbitrary shortcode execution.
Which versions of GamiPress are affected by CVE-2024-13499?
All versions of GamiPress up to and including 7.2.1 are affected by CVE-2024-13499.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2024-13499?
CVE-2024-13499 allows attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes on affected WordPress sites.
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