CVE-2024-38770: WordPress Backup and Staging by WP Time Capsule plugin <= 1.22.20 - Authentication Bypass and Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Aug 1, 2024
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Updated

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in Revmakx Backup and Staging by WP Time Capsule allows Privilege Escalation, Authentication Bypass.This issue affects Backup and Staging by WP Time Capsule: from n/a through 1.22.20.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WP Time Capsule Backup and Staging<=1.22.20

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.22.21 or a higher version.

Event History

Aug 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38770?

CVE-2024-38770 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation and authentication bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-38770?

To fix CVE-2024-38770, update the Backup and Staging by WP Time Capsule plugin to the latest version beyond 1.22.20.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-38770?

CVE-2024-38770 is an improper privilege management vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation and authentication bypass.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-38770?

CVE-2024-38770 affects the Backup and Staging by WP Time Capsule plugin versions up to and including 1.22.20.

5

Who is the vendor for the product associated with CVE-2024-38770?

The vendor for the product associated with CVE-2024-38770 is WP Time Capsule.

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