CVE-2024-6410: ProfileGrid <= 5.8.9 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Insecure Direct Object Reference
First published: Wed Jul 10 2024(Updated: )
The ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference in all versions up to, and including, 5.8.9 via the 'pm_upload_image' function due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to change the profile picture of any user.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Metagauss ProfileGrid | <5.9.0 | |
| ProfileGrid | <=5.8.9 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/8679f4cd-2cb8-48ad-a531-a00c1b85ed2e?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/profilegrid-user-profiles-groups-and-communities/trunk/public/js/profile-magic-admin-power.js#L361
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/profilegrid-user-profiles-groups-and-communities/trunk/public/js/profile-magic-admin-power.js#L390
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3111609/profilegrid-user-profiles-groups-and-communities/trunk/public/partials/crop.php
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6410?
CVE-2024-6410 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploit through insecure direct object references.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6410?
To fix CVE-2024-6410, update the ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin to version 5.8.10 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-6410?
All versions of the ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin up to and including 5.8.9 are affected by CVE-2024-6410.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-6410?
CVE-2024-6410 involves an insecure direct object reference due to insufficient validation on a user-controlled key.
Who is the vendor for CVE-2024-6410?
The vendor for CVE-2024-6410 is ProfileGrid, which develops the affected WordPress plugin.
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