CVE-2024-1991
First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )
The RegistrationMagic – Custom Registration Forms, User Registration, Payment, and User Login plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation due to a missing capability check on the update_users_role() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.3.0.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to escalate their privileges to that of an administrator
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| <=5.3.0.0 | ||
| RegistrationMagic User Registration Plugin | <5.3.1.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/766e3966-157a-4db3-9179-813032343f76?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/custom-registration-form-builder-with-submission-manager/trunk//services/class_rm_user_services.php#L1205
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3049490/custom-registration-form-builder-with-submission-manager#file24
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-1991?
CVE-2024-1991 is a high severity vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation due to a missing capability check.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1991?
To fix CVE-2024-1991, update the RegistrationMagic plugin to version 5.3.1.0 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-1991?
CVE-2024-1991 affects all versions of the RegistrationMagic plugin up to and including version 5.3.0.0.
Who is responsible for the CVE-2024-1991 vulnerability?
The CVE-2024-1991 vulnerability affects the RegistrationMagic plugin developed by MetaGauss for WordPress.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1991?
CVE-2024-1991 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
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