CVE-2024-5488: SEOPress < 7.9 - Unauthenticated Object Injection

Published Jul 9, 2024
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Updated

The SEOPress WordPress plugin before 7.9 does not properly protect some of its REST API routes, which combined with another Object Injection vulnerability can allow unauthenticated attackers to unserialize malicious gadget chains, compromising the site if a suitable chain is present.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SEOPress SEOPress<7.9
SEOPress SEOPress WordPress<7.9

Event History

Jul 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5488?

CVE-2024-5488 has been identified as a critical vulnerability due to improper protection of REST API routes combined with an Object Injection issue.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-5488?

To fix CVE-2024-5488, update the SEOPress WordPress plugin to version 7.9 or later.

3

What are the consequences of CVE-2024-5488?

The consequences of CVE-2024-5488 include the potential for unauthenticated attackers to execute code via unserialization of malicious gadget chains.

4

Which versions of SEOPress are affected by CVE-2024-5488?

All versions of SEOPress prior to 7.9 are affected by CVE-2024-5488.

5

Is CVE-2024-5488 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2024-5488 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers.

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