CVE-2024-6522: Modern Events Calendar <= 7.12.1 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Server Side Request Forgery
The Modern Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Server-Side Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 7.12.1 via the 'mecfesform' AJAX function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to make web requests to arbitrary locations originating from the web application and can be used to query and modify information from internal services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6522?
CVE-2024-6522 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to exploit Server-Side Request Forgery.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6522?
To fix CVE-2024-6522, update the Modern Events Calendar plugin to version 7.13.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-6522?
CVE-2024-6522 affects all versions of the Modern Events Calendar plugin up to and including 7.12.1.
What kind of access is required to exploit CVE-2024-6522?
Exploiting CVE-2024-6522 requires authenticated access with Subscriber-level or higher permissions.
What does CVE-2024-6522 exploit?
CVE-2024-6522 exploits the 'mec_fes_form' AJAX function, allowing attackers to perform Server-Side Request Forgery.