CVE-2024-43235: WordPress Meta Box plugin <= 5.9.10 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Published Nov 1, 2024
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Updated

Missing Authorization vulnerability in MetaBox.Io Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework: from n/a through 5.9.10.

Affected Software

2 affected components
MetaBox.Io Meta Box<=5.9.10
WordPress Meta Box plugin<=5.9.10

Remediation

Information

Update to 5.9.11 or a higher version.

Event History

Nov 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43235?

CVE-2024-43235 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to exploit access control misconfigurations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-43235?

To fix CVE-2024-43235, update the Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework to version 5.9.11 or later.

3

What does CVE-2024-43235 affect?

CVE-2024-43235 affects the Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework versions up to and including 5.9.10.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-43235?

CVE-2024-43235 is a Missing Authorization vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit improperly configured access controls.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2024-43235?

Users and administrators of the Meta Box plugin for WordPress versions up to 5.9.10 are impacted by CVE-2024-43235.

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