CVE-2024-35168: WordPress WP Discourse plugin <= 2.5.1 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
First published: Tue Jun 11 2024(Updated: )
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Discourse WP Discourse.This issue affects WP Discourse: from n/a through 2.5.1.
Credit: audit@patchstack.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Discourse | <=2.5.1 | |
| WordPress WP Discourse | <=2.5.1 |
Remedy
Update to 2.5.2 or a higher version.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-35168?
CVE-2024-35168 is classified as a Missing Authorization vulnerability that can allow unauthorized access to restricted functionalities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-35168?
To fix CVE-2024-35168, upgrade WP Discourse to a version higher than 2.5.1 to address the missing authorization issue.
What versions of WP Discourse are affected by CVE-2024-35168?
CVE-2024-35168 affects all versions of WP Discourse up to and including 2.5.1.
What impact does CVE-2024-35168 have on security?
CVE-2024-35168 can lead to unauthorized actions being performed by attackers due to inadequate authorization checks.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-35168?
While the recommended solution is updating the plugin, temporarily restricting user access might help mitigate the risk until the update is applied.
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