Better Messages <= 1.9.10.68 - Authorization Bypass to Blocking Control Bypass
2022-11-09 00:00
Dhakal AnandaStrategic Overview
StatusPatched in 1.9.10.69
Affected Version
<= 1.9.10.68CVSS5.4Medium
CVE
CVE-2022-40216Vulnerability Overview
The Better Messages plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Authorization Bypass resulting in a block bypass on messaging controls in versions up to, and including, 1.9.10.68. This is due to insufficient or broken controls in the plugin. This makes it possible for subscriber-level attackers to bypass messaging blocks.
Technical Analysis
REMEDIATION: Update to version 1.9.10.69, or a newer patched version --- IDENTIFIER: CWE-639 (Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key) The system's authorization functionality does not prevent one user from gaining access to another user's data or record by modifying the key value identifying the data.
External References
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