WordPress HTTPS (SSL) <= 3.4.0 - Missing Authorization to Settings Change
Strategic Overview
Vulnerability Overview
The WordPress HTTPS (SSL) plugin is vulnerable to authenticated settings change in versions up to, and including, 3.4.0 due to using a nonce check in place of a capability check. This allows authenticated users with contributor permissions and above to modify the plugin settings, which can be used to configure the site such that it is not accessible.
Technical Analysis
REMEDIATION: No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability's details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization's risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement. --- 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.
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