CVE-2024-28000: WordPress LiteSpeed Cache plugin <= 6.3.0.1 - Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation vulnerability
Published Aug 21, 2024
·Updated
Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in LiteSpeed Technologies LiteSpeed Cache litespeed-cache.This issue affects LiteSpeed Cache: from n/a through <= 6.3.0.1.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Litespeedtech Litespeed Cache Wordpress>=1.9<6.4
Litespeed Technologies LiteSpeed Cache>=1.9<6.3.0.1
Litespeed Technologies LiteSpeed Cache<=6.3.0.1
Remediation
Information
Update to 6.4 or a higher version.
Event History
Aug 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:22 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:23 PM
Aug 22, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:14 PM
Sep 5, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:58 PM
Oct 31, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:19 PM
Jun 15, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
02:41 PM
Jan 20, 2026
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:12 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-28000?
CVE-2024-28000 is a critical vulnerability that allows privilege escalation in LiteSpeed Cache.
2
Who is affected by CVE-2024-28000?
CVE-2024-28000 affects LiteSpeed Cache versions from 1.9 through 6.3.0.1.
3
How do I fix CVE-2024-28000?
To fix CVE-2024-28000, upgrade LiteSpeed Cache to the latest version beyond 6.3.0.1.
4
What impact does CVE-2024-28000 have on my website?
CVE-2024-28000 can potentially allow attackers to escalate their privileges and take control of affected WordPress sites.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-28000?
Yes, a patch has been released that addresses CVE-2024-28000, which can be applied by updating the LiteSpeed Cache plugin.