CVE-2024-1478: Maintenance Mode <= 3.0.1 - Information Exposure

Published Mar 5, 2024
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Updated

The Maintenance Mode plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.1 via the REST API. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to obtain post and page content via API thus bypassing the content protection provided by the plugin.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Helderk Maintenance Mode Wordpress<3.0.2

Event History

Mar 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1478?

CVE-2024-1478 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive data exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-1478?

To fix CVE-2024-1478, update the Maintenance Mode plugin to version 2.5.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-1478?

All users of the Maintenance Mode plugin for WordPress up to and including version 2.5.0 are affected by CVE-2024-1478.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1478?

CVE-2024-1478 is a Sensitive Information Exposure vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to access protected content via the REST API.

5

Can CVE-2024-1478 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-1478 can be exploited remotely as it allows unauthenticated attackers to access sensitive information through the REST API.

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