Nested Pages <= 3.2.3 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Editor+) Plugin Settings Reset
2023-05-30 00:00
István MártonStrategic Overview
Vulnerability Overview
The Nested Pages plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'reset' function in versions up to, and including, 3.2.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with editor-level permissions and above, to reset plugin settings.
Technical Analysis
REMEDIATION: Update to version 3.2.4, 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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