CVE-2024-13740: ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities <= 5.9.4.2 - Insecure Direct Object Reference to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Private Messages Disclosure
First published: Tue Feb 18 2025(Updated: )
The ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference in all versions up to, and including, 5.9.4.2 via the pm_messenger_show_messages function due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read private conversations of other users.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities | <=5.9.4.2 | |
| Metagauss ProfileGrid | <5.9.4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13740?
CVE-2024-13740 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13740?
To fix CVE-2024-13740, update the ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin to version 5.9.4.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-13740?
CVE-2024-13740 affects all versions of the ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin up to and including version 5.9.4.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13740?
CVE-2024-13740 is categorized as an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-13740?
The impact of CVE-2024-13740 includes unauthorized access to user messages due to insufficient validation of user input.
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