UserPro <= 4.9.27 - Privilege Escalation
2018-09-10 00:00
Noman RiffatStrategic Overview
StatusPatched in 4.9.28
Affected PluginUserPro - Community and User Profile WordPress Plugin
Affected Version
< 4.9.28CVSS9.8Critical
CVE
N/AVulnerability Overview
The UserPro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in versions up to, and including, 4.9.27. This makes it possible for attackers to register with an administrative role and perform otherwise restricted actions.
Technical Analysis
REMEDIATION: Update to version 4.9.28, or a newer patched version --- IDENTIFIER: CWE-269 (Improper Privilege Management) The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
External References
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