Instant CSS <= 1.1.4 - Missing Authorization via AJAX Actions

2023-07-24 00:00
Abdi Pranata

Strategic Overview

Status
Patched in 1.1.5
Affected PluginInstant CSS
Affected Version<= 1.1.4
CVSS5.3Medium
CVECVE-2023-38483
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Vulnerability Overview

The Instant CSS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access and modification of data due to missing capability checks on several functions called via AJAX actions in the ~/classes/class.instantcss_ajax.php file in versions up to, and including, 1.1.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to perform a wide variety of actions such as retrieving css, theme, and minify data, along with updating the options for those. The unprotected AJAX actions present can be used to exploit a site via Cross-Site Scripting as well.

Technical Analysis

REMEDIATION: Update to version 1.1.5, or a newer patched version --- IDENTIFIER: CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

External References

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