What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-12008?

CVE-2024-12008 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (Medium). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N. EPSS exploitation probability: 33.5%.

Which versions of W3 Total Cache are affected by CVE-2024-12008?

Organizations using for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all should be aware of moderate risk from CVE-2024-12008, a information exposure vulnerability rated CVSS 5.3.. A patch is available.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2024-12008?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2024-12008. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 33.5%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2024-12008?

Within 30 days: Identify affected systems running for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Review data exposure and access controls.

W3 Total Cache CVE-2024-12008

MEDIUM

Information Exposure (CWE-200)

2025-01-14 security@wordfence.com

CSRF WordPress Information Disclosure W3 Total Cache

5.3

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

5.3 MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

Low

Integrity

None

Availability

None

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 28, 2026 - 18:03 vuln.today

Patch released

Mar 28, 2026 - 18:03 nvd

Patch available

CVE Published

Jan 14, 2025 - 07:15 nvd

MEDIUM 5.3

DescriptionCVE.org

The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1 through the publicly exposed debug log file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view potentially sensitive information in the exposed log file. For example, the log file may contain nonce values that can be used in further CSRF attacks. Note: the debug feature must be enabled for this to be a concern, and it is disabled by default.

AnalysisAI

The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1 through the publicly exposed debug log file. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 33.5%.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Exposure of Sensitive Information (CWE-200), which allows attackers to access sensitive data that should not be disclosed. The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1 through the publicly exposed debug log file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view potentially sensitive information in the exposed log file. For example, the log file may contain nonce values that can be used in further CSRF attacks. Note: the debug feature must be enabled for this to be a concern, and it is disabled by default. Affected products include: Boldgrid W3 Total Cache.

RemediationAI

A vendor patch is available. Apply the latest security update as soon as possible. Minimize information in error messages, implement proper access controls, encrypt sensitive data at rest and in transit.