CWE
862
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-3071

First published: Thu May 02 2024(Updated: )

The ACF On-The-Go plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the acfg_update_fields() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to update arbitrary post titles, descriptions, and ACF values.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ACF On-The-Go<=1.0.1
WordPress<=1.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-3071?

    CVE-2024-3071 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized data modification by authenticated attackers.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-3071?

    To fix CVE-2024-3071, update the ACF On-The-Go plugin to version 1.0.2 or later where the capability checks have been properly implemented.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-3071?

    CVE-2024-3071 affects all versions of the ACF On-The-Go plugin up to and including version 1.0.1 for WordPress.

  • What types of attackers can exploit CVE-2024-3071?

    Authenticated users with subscriber-level access or higher can exploit CVE-2024-3071 to modify data without proper authorization.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2024-3071?

    The impact of CVE-2024-3071 allows attackers to modify fields in a WordPress site, potentially compromising data integrity.

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