CVE-2024-5459: Restaurant Menu and Food Ordering <= 2.4.16 - Missing Authorization to Menu Creation
First published: Wed Jun 05 2024(Updated: )
The Restaurant Menu and Food Ordering plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized creation of data due to a missing capability check on 'add_section', 'add_menu', 'add_menu_item', and 'add_menu_page' functions in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.16. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to create menu sections, menus, food items, and new menu pages.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Five Star Plugins Five Star Restaurant Menu | <2.4.17 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/03f9d9bb-6a87-4da9-bbb0-65203d7250e9?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/food-and-drink-menu/trunk/includes/class-installation-walkthrough.php#L62
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/food-and-drink-menu/trunk/includes/class-installation-walkthrough.php#L80
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/food-and-drink-menu/trunk/includes/class-installation-walkthrough.php#L111
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/food-and-drink-menu/trunk/includes/class-installation-walkthrough.php#L144
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3097599/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5459?
CVE-2024-5459 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized data creation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5459?
To fix CVE-2024-5459, update the Restaurant Menu and Food Ordering plugin to version 2.4.17 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-5459?
CVE-2024-5459 affects all versions of the Restaurant Menu and Food Ordering plugin up to and including version 2.4.16.
What functions are vulnerable in CVE-2024-5459?
CVE-2024-5459 specifically affects the 'add_section', 'add_menu', 'add_menu_item', and 'add_menu_page' functions.
Can CVE-2024-5459 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-5459 can be exploited remotely due to the lack of necessary capability checks.
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