CVE-2024-3213
First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )
The Relevanssi – A Better Search plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the relevanssi_update_counts() function in all versions up to, and including, 4.22.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute expensive queries on the application that could lead into DOS.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Relevanssi | <=4.22.1 | |
| Relevanssi | <4.22.2 |
Remedy
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3064304/relevanssi/tags/4.22.2/lib/admin-ajax.php
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3213?
CVE-2024-3213 has a high severity due to the potential for unauthorized modification of data by unauthenticated attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3213?
To mitigate CVE-2024-3213, update the Relevanssi – A Better Search plugin to version 4.22.2 or later.
What versions of Relevanssi are affected by CVE-2024-3213?
CVE-2024-3213 affects all versions of the Relevanssi – A Better Search plugin up to and including version 4.22.1.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2024-3213?
CVE-2024-3213 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute potentially expensive database operations due to missing capability checks.
Is CVE-2024-3213 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-3213 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited without local access to the affected WordPress site.
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