CWE
639
EPSS
0.063%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-9862: Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase <= 3.6.0 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary User Password Change

First published: Thu Oct 17 2024(Updated: )

The Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary User Password Change in versions up to, and including, 3.6.0. This is due to the plugin providing user-controlled access to objects, letting a user bypass authorization and access system resources, and the user current password check is missing. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to change user passwords and potentially take over administrator accounts.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase WordPress<3.6.1
Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase WordPress<=3.6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-9862?

    CVE-2024-9862 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability as it allows arbitrary user password changes.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-9862?

    To fix CVE-2024-9862, update the Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase plugin to version 3.6.1 or later.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2024-9862?

    CVE-2024-9862 affects the Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase plugin versions up to and including 3.6.0.

  • What kind of attack does CVE-2024-9862 enable?

    CVE-2024-9862 enables attackers to perform arbitrary password changes for users, bypassing normal authorization checks.

  • Who should be concerned about CVE-2024-9862?

    All users of the Miniorange OTP Verification with Firebase plugin prior to version 3.6.1 should be concerned about CVE-2024-9862.

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