Glossary <= 3.1.2 - Missing Authorization
Affected versions: *-3.1.2
Vulnerability type: CWE-862 Missing Authorization
Affected software, patched versions and attribution
The Glossary plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized use of functionality due to a missing capability check on an unknown function in versions up to, and including, 3.1.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to make use of this functionality. The exact impact of this vulnerability is unknown.
WP Glossary
Affected versions: *-3.1.2
Patched versions: Not supplied
Researcher credit: Nguyen Xuan Chien
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- Published
- October 25, 2023
- CVSS
- 5.3