CVE-2024-9946: Social Share, Social Login and Social Comments Plugin – Super Socializer <= 7.13.68 - Authentication Bypass via Disqus OAuth provider
The Social Share, Social Login and Social Comments Plugin – Super Socializer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 7.13.68. This is due to insufficient verification on the user being returned by the social login token. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as any existing user on the site, if they have access to the email and the user does not have an already-existing account for the service returning the token. An attacker cannot authenticate as an administrator by default, but these accounts are also at risk if authentication for administrators has explicitly been allowed via the social login. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 7.13.68.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9946?
CVE-2024-9946 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for authentication bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9946?
To fix CVE-2024-9946, update the Heateor Super Socializer plugin to version 7.14 or later.
What versions of the Super Socializer plugin are affected by CVE-2024-9946?
CVE-2024-9946 affects all versions of the Super Socializer plugin up to and including 7.13.68.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9946?
CVE-2024-9946 is classified as an authentication bypass vulnerability.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2024-9946?
The vendor associated with CVE-2024-9946 is Heateor, the developer of the Super Socializer plugin.