CVE-2024-4199: Bulk Posts Editing For WordPress <= 4.2.3 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Missing Authorization

Published May 15, 2024
·
Updated

The Bulk Posts Editing For WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of functionality due to a missing capability check on the plugin's AJAX actions in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and higher, to invoke their corresponding functions. This may lead to post creation and duplication, post content retrieval, post taxonomy manipulation.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPress Bulk Posts Editing<=4.2.3

Event History

May 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:56 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4199?

The severity of CVE-2024-4199 is considered high due to the potential for unauthorized access and exploitation by authenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-4199?

To fix CVE-2024-4199, update the Bulk Posts Editing plugin to version 4.2.4 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-4199?

CVE-2024-4199 affects all versions of the Bulk Posts Editing for WordPress plugin up to and including version 4.2.3.

4

What are the consequences of CVE-2024-4199?

The consequences of CVE-2024-4199 include the risk of unauthorized functionality access that can lead to data manipulation or compromise.

5

How can I determine if I am vulnerable to CVE-2024-4199?

You can determine if you are vulnerable to CVE-2024-4199 by checking if your Bulk Posts Editing plugin version is 4.2.3 or earlier.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203