CVE-2024-37477: WordPress Newspack Content Converter plugin <= 0.1.5 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Published Nov 1, 2024
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Updated

Missing Authorization vulnerability in Automattic Newspack Content Converter allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Newspack Content Converter: from n/a through 0.1.5.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Automattic Newspack Content Converter<=0.1.5
WordPress Newspack Content Converter<=0.1.5

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.0.0 or a higher version.

Event History

Nov 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:18 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-37477?

CVE-2024-37477 has a high severity rating due to the missing authorization vulnerability that affects access control in the Automattic Newspack Content Converter.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-37477?

To fix CVE-2024-37477, update the Automattic Newspack Content Converter plugin to the latest version beyond 0.1.5 which addresses the authorization issue.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-37477?

CVE-2024-37477 affects users of the Automattic Newspack Content Converter and the WordPress version of the same plugin up to version 0.1.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-37477?

CVE-2024-37477 is a missing authorization vulnerability that can allow unauthorized access due to incorrectly configured access control security levels.

5

What consequences can arise from CVE-2024-37477?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-37477 can lead to unauthorized actions within the Automattic Newspack Content Converter, compromising the security of data and operations.

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