Authentication Bypass
Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications.
How It Works
Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications. Instead of cracking passwords through brute force, attackers manipulate the authentication process itself to gain unauthorized entry. This typically occurs through one of several pathways: exploiting hardcoded credentials embedded in source code or configuration files, manipulating parameters in authentication requests to skip verification steps, or leveraging broken session management that fails to properly validate user identity.
The attack flow often begins with reconnaissance to identify authentication endpoints and their underlying logic. Attackers may probe for default administrative credentials that were never changed, test whether certain URL paths bypass login requirements entirely, or intercept and modify authentication tokens to escalate privileges. In multi-step authentication processes, flaws in state management can allow attackers to complete only partial verification steps while still gaining full access.
More sophisticated variants exploit single sign-on (SSO) or OAuth implementations where misconfigurations in trust relationships allow attackers to forge authentication assertions. Parameter tampering—such as changing a "role=user" field to "role=admin" in a request—can trick poorly designed systems into granting elevated access without proper verification.
Impact
- Complete account takeover — attackers gain full control of user accounts, including administrative accounts, without knowing legitimate credentials
- Unauthorized data access — ability to view, modify, or exfiltrate sensitive information including customer data, financial records, and intellectual property
- System-wide compromise — admin-level access enables installation of backdoors, modification of security controls, and complete infrastructure takeover
- Lateral movement — bypassed authentication provides a foothold for moving deeper into networks and accessing additional systems
- Compliance violations — unauthorized access triggers breach notification requirements and regulatory penalties
Real-World Examples
CrushFTP suffered a critical authentication bypass allowing attackers to access file-sharing functionality without any credentials. The vulnerability enabled direct server-side template injection, leading to remote code execution on affected systems. Attackers actively exploited this in the wild to establish persistent access to enterprise file servers.
Palo Alto's Expedition migration tool contained a flaw permitting attackers to reset administrative credentials without authentication. This allowed complete takeover of the migration environment, potentially exposing network configurations and security policies being transferred between systems.
SolarWinds Web Help Desk (CVE-2024-28987) shipped with hardcoded internal credentials that could not be changed through normal administrative functions. Attackers discovering these credentials gained full administrative access to helpdesk systems containing sensitive organizational information and user data.
Mitigation
- Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) — requires attackers to compromise additional verification factors beyond bypassed primary authentication
- Eliminate hardcoded credentials — use secure credential management systems and rotate all default credentials during deployment
- Enforce authentication on all endpoints — verify every request requires valid authentication; no "hidden" administrative paths should exist
- Implement proper session management — use cryptographically secure session tokens, validate on server-side, enforce timeout policies
- Apply principle of least privilege — limit damage by ensuring even authenticated users only access necessary resources
- Regular security testing — conduct penetration testing specifically targeting authentication logic and flows
Recent CVEs (32267)
An access issue was addressed with additional sandbox restrictions. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A file quarantine bypass was addressed with additional checks. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.3), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. Rated low severity (CVSS 2.4), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
This issue was addressed with improved entitlements. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A permissions issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.4), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The issue was addressed by adding additional logic. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
This issue was addressed with additional entitlement checks. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. Rated low severity (CVSS 2.4), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Deck Mate 2 is distributed with static, hard-coded credentials for the root shell and web user interface, while multiple management services (SSH, HTTP, Telnet, SMB, X11) are enabled by default. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.0), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
FairSketch Rise Ultimate Project Manager & CRM 3.9.4 is vulnerable to Insecure Permissions. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
lighttpd1.4.80 incorrectly merged trailer fields into headers after http request parsing. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. This HTTP Request/Response Smuggling vulnerability could allow attackers to manipulate HTTP request interpretation between frontend and backend servers.
Insider Threat Management (ITM) Server versions prior to 7.17.2 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users on an adjacent network to perform agent unregistration. Rated low severity (CVSS 2.3), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
IBM Cloud Pak For Business Automation 25.0.0, 24.0.1, and 24.0.0 could allow an attacker to access unauthorized content or perform unauthorized actions using man in the middle techniques due to. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required. No vendor patch available.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in d3wp WP Snow Effect allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.1.15. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
CVLand versions 2.1.0 through 20251103 by CB Project Ltd. Co. permit authenticated attackers to bypass authorization controls via parameter injection, enabling elevated privilege actions and unauthorized access to sensitive data. The CVSS score of 9.9 reflects network-based exploitation with low complexity and scope change allowing high confidentiality and integrity impact. EPSS probability is 0.07% (22nd percentile), indicating relatively low observed exploitation likelihood despite the critical severity rating. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, though the vendor was notified and did not respond.
The privileged user could log in without sufficient credentials after enabling an application protocol. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was identified in fushengqian fuint up to 41e26be8a2c609413a0feaa69bdad33a71ae8032. Rated low severity (CVSS 2.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was identified in code-projects Simple Online Hotel Reservation System 2.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
IBM i 7.6, 7.5, 7.4, 7.3, and 7.2 is vulnerable to privilege escalation caused by an invalid IBM i SQL services authorization check. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Service Finder Bookings plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation via account takeover in all versions up to, and excluding, 6.1. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Qi Blocks plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Missing Authorization in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.3. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Folderly plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to an insufficient capability check on the /wp-json/folderly/v1/config/clear-all-data REST API endpoint in all. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Service Finder Bookings plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation via account takeover in all versions up to, and including, 6.0. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The SiteSEO - SEO Simplified plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Missing Authorization in versions up to, and including, 1.3.1. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Post SMTP - Complete SMTP Solution with Logs, Alerts, Backup SMTP & Mobile App plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 12.8% and no vendor patch available.
Blogs in Liferay Portal 7.4.0 through 7.4.3.111, and older unsupported versions, and Liferay DXP 2023.Q4.0 through 2023.Q4.10, 2023.Q3.1 through 2023.Q3.10, 7.4 GA through update 92, and older. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Privacy Policy Generator, Terms & Conditions Generator WordPress Plugin : WP Legal Pages plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Document Library Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Improper Authorization in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.6. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Configuration file manipulation in ELOG electronic logbook system allows authenticated attackers to trigger denial of service by modifying or overwriting the configuration file. If the rarely-used execute facility is enabled via '-x' command line flag, the vulnerability escalates to remote code execution on the underlying host. Vendor patches are available via Bitbucket commits 7092ff6 and f81e569. EPSS data not available; no CISA KEV listing indicates targeted rather than widespread exploitation. The 7.1 CVSS 4.0 score reflects high availability impact and low integrity impact under default configurations, with significantly higher risk in non-default deployments using the execute facility.
This vulnerability in the Signal Level Attenuation Characterization (SLAC) protocol allows attackers to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks against electric vehicles and ISO 15118-2 compliant chargers by injecting spoofed signal level measurements. An attacker within close electromagnetic proximity can intercept and manipulate the wireless communication between EVs and chargers, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of charging transactions. While the CVSS score of 6.3 indicates medium severity with low complexity exploitation, the EPSS score of 0.03% (6th percentile) suggests minimal real-world exploitation likelihood despite the critical nature of EV charging infrastructure.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WebToffee Smart Coupons for WooCommerce wt-smart-coupons-for-woocommerce allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Smart Coupons for WooCommerce: from n/a through <= 2.2.3.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WPDeveloper Essential Addons for Elementor essential-addons-for-elementor-lite allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Essential Addons for Elementor: from n/a through <= 6.2.4.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Rank Math SEO Rank Math SEO seo-by-rank-math allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Rank Math SEO: from n/a through <= 1.0.252.1.
Authentication cache collision in Dovecot mail server allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts under specific caching configurations. When passdb/userdb caching is enabled, certain drivers incorrectly use identical cache keys for multiple distinct users, causing authentication data from one user to be applied to subsequent login attempts by different users. This vulnerability enables attackers to authenticate as other users after the legitimate user's credentials are cached, with no public exploit identified at time of analysis. Despite low EPSS probability (0.03%), the network-accessible attack vector and potential for unauthorized email access warrants immediate remediation in environments using affected caching configurations.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Premmerce Premmerce Wholesale Pricing for WooCommerce premmerce-woocommerce-wholesale-pricing allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Premmerce Wholesale Pricing for WooCommerce: from n/a through <= 1.1.10.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Evergreen Content Poster Evergreen Content Poster evergreen-content-poster allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Evergreen Content Poster: from n/a through <= 1.4.5.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in StylemixThemes MasterStudy LMS Pro masterstudy-lms-learning-management-system-pro allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects MasterStudy LMS Pro: from n/a through < 4.7.16.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in StylemixThemes Masterstudy Elementor Widgets masterstudy-elementor-widgets allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.This issue affects Masterstudy Elementor Widgets: from n/a through <= 1.2.4.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WpEstate wpresidence wpresidence allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects wpresidence: from n/a through <= 5.3.2.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in solwin Blog Designer PRO blog-designer-pro allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.This issue affects Blog Designer PRO: from n/a through <= 3.4.8.
Arbitrary file read vulnerability in Anti-Malware Security and Brute-Force Firewall WordPress plugin (versions up to 4.23.81) allows authenticated Subscriber-level users to read sensitive files from the server via unprotected AJAX endpoints. The vulnerability combines missing capability checks with information exposure in multiple GOTMLS_* AJAX actions, enabling attackers with minimal WordPress privileges to access arbitrary file contents including configuration files and credentials. No public exploit code has been confirmed at this time, though the vulnerability is trivial to exploit given the low authentication barrier.
Missing authorization in Facebook for WooCommerce plugin versions up to 3.5.7 allows authenticated attackers to bypass access controls and dismiss administrative notices through incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability enables privilege escalation or information disclosure via improper access control enforcement, though the low EPSS score (0.03%, 9th percentile) suggests limited real-world exploitation likelihood despite the broken access control flaw.
A security flaw has been discovered in code-projects Simple Food Ordering System 1.0. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /addproduct.php. Performing manipulation of the argument photo results in unrestricted upload. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been released to the public and may be exploited.
MaxSite CMS up to version 109 contains an improper access control vulnerability in the file editor plugin that allows authenticated remote attackers to upload arbitrary files by manipulating the file_path and content parameters in save-file-ajax.php. Publicly available exploit code exists for this vulnerability, and the vendor has not responded to early disclosure attempts, leaving affected installations unpatched.
MaxSite CMS up to version 109 contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the auto_post plugin's upload handler that allows authenticated remote attackers to bypass file upload restrictions by manipulating HTTP headers (X-Requested-FileName and X-Requested-FileUpDir). Public exploit code is available, though EPSS score (0.05%) suggests limited real-world exploitation despite the publicly disclosed proof-of-concept.
Yonyou U8 Cloud versions up to 5.1sp allow authenticated remote attackers to bypass file upload restrictions via manipulation of the ts and sign parameters in the /service/NCloudGatewayServlet endpoint, enabling unrestricted file uploads. The vulnerability affects the Request Header Handler component and has been publicly disclosed with exploit code available, though the vendor has not responded to early notification.
Willow CMS up to version 1.4.0 allows high-privilege authenticated users to upload arbitrary files via an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the /admin/images/add endpoint. The CVSS 2.0 score reflects the requirement for high-privilege authentication (PR:H), but public exploit code availability combined with low EPSS (0.05th percentile) suggests this is primarily exploitable only by compromised or malicious administrators rather than remote unauthenticated attackers.
A security vulnerability has been detected in code-projects Simple Food Ordering System 1.0. Impacted is an unknown function of the file /editproduct.php. Such manipulation of the argument photo leads to unrestricted upload. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used.
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Muzuro Ecommerce System and ashymuzuro Full-Ecommerce-Website up to version 1.1.0 allows remote authenticated high-privilege administrators to upload arbitrary files via the Add Product Page (/admin/index.php?add_product), with exploit code publicly disclosed. Despite low CVSS score (2.0) due to high privilege requirement, the vulnerability enables direct code execution risk in admin-controlled uploads and received no vendor response to disclosure.
Authorization bypass in Bdtask Pharmacy Management System up to version 9.4 allows authenticated remote attackers to manipulate user profile data via the /user/edit_user/ endpoint, escalating privileges or modifying other users' accounts without proper access controls. The vulnerability has publicly available exploit code and affects the User Profile Handler component, though vendor response to disclosure has been absent.
Authentication bypass in code-projects Client Details System 1.0 allows authenticated remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to protected functionality via an unknown vector. The vulnerability has publicly available exploit code but is rated low-risk due to CVSS 2.1 score and 0.01% EPSS, indicating limited real-world exploitation potential despite remote attack capability.
LearnHouse allows authenticated remote users to upload arbitrary files via unrestricted manipulation of the thumbnail parameter in the Course Thumbnail Handler endpoint (/api/v1/courses/), enabling potential malicious file storage and execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to commit 98dfad76aad70711a8113f6c1fdabfccf10509ca, with publicly available exploit code disclosed despite vendor non-response to early notification. While CVSS is low (2.1) and EPSS exploitation probability is minimal (0.06%), the presence of public exploits and authentication-only barrier warrants prioritization in environments where account compromise or insider risk is elevated.
Unrestricted file upload in Bdtask Flight Booking Software up to version 3.1 via the Package Information Module endpoint /b2c/package-information allows authenticated remote attackers to upload arbitrary files with low confidentiality and integrity impact. Publicly available exploit code exists; the vulnerability carries a low CVSS score (2.1) due to requiring prior authentication and limited scope, but the ease of exploitation (AC:L, public POC) and vendor non-responsiveness elevate practical risk for deployed instances.
Unrestricted file upload in Bdtask Flight Booking Software up to version 3.1 allows authenticated remote attackers to upload arbitrary files via the /admin/transaction/deposit endpoint. The vulnerability requires valid user credentials (PR:L in CVSS vector) but grants attackers capability to upload files with minimal scope impact. Public exploit code is available, though the very low EPSS score (0.02%) and lack of CISA KEV listing suggest limited real-world exploitation despite disclosure.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in MDZ Persian Admnin Fonts persian-admin-fonts allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Persian Admnin Fonts: from n/a through <= 4.1.03.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Kiotviet KiotViet Sync kiotvietsync allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects KiotViet Sync: from n/a through <= 1.8.5.
Missing authorization controls in the Baidu SEO Collection WordPress plugin versions up to 2.1.4 allow unauthenticated remote attackers to access restricted functionality and retrieve sensitive information without proper permission checks. The vulnerability affects the plugin's core access control mechanisms, enabling unauthorized information disclosure with a CVSS score of 5.3. EPSS exploitation probability is low at 0.03%, and no active exploitation has been confirmed.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Joovii Sendle Shipping official-sendle-shipping-method allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.This issue affects Sendle Shipping: from n/a through <= 6.02.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WPWebinarSystem WebinarPress wp-webinarsystem allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WebinarPress: from n/a through <= 1.33.28.
Link Whisper Free WordPress plugin through version 0.9.2 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to read sensitive information via missing authorization checks on API endpoints. The vulnerability enables bypassing access controls to retrieve data that should be restricted, confirmed with CVSS 5.3 and EPSS 0.03% exploitation probability. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified at time of analysis.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Apiki GoCache gocache-cdn allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects GoCache: from n/a through <= 1.3.6.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in wpseek Admin Management Xtended admin-management-xtended allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Admin Management Xtended : from n/a through <= 2.5.1.
Broken access control in RealMag777 MDTF (WordPress Meta Data Filter and Taxonomy Filter) plugin versions up to 1.3.6 allows low-privileged authenticated users to bypass authorization controls and access or modify sensitive metadata and taxonomy filter configurations. While rated CVSS 8.1 (High), real-world exploitation risk remains moderate with EPSS at 0.03% (9th percentile) and no confirmed active exploitation or public exploit code identified at time of analysis. This authentication bypass vulnerability was disclosed by Patchstack's security audit team.
Broken access control in Revive Old Posts (tweet-old-post) WordPress plugin through version 9.3.3 allows authenticated attackers with low-level privileges to escalate permissions and execute high-impact operations including data exfiltration, modification, and service disruption. EPSS score of 0.05% (15th percentile) indicates low probability of mass exploitation, though the 8.8 CVSS score reflects significant potential damage once low-privilege access is obtained. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, and no CISA KEV listing exists.
Broken access control in Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin through version 2.11.24 allows authenticated users to bypass authorization checks and perform unauthorized actions with elevated privileges. This authentication bypass vulnerability (CWE-862) enables low-privileged authenticated attackers to access, modify, or delete data beyond their permission level, potentially compromising store operations, customer data, and site integrity. EPSS score of 0.05% (15th percentile) suggests low immediate exploitation probability, though no public exploit has been identified at time of analysis.
Broken access control in QuantumCloud ChatBot plugin for WordPress through version 7.7.3 allows authenticated attackers with low privileges to exploit misconfigured authorization checks, potentially leading to high-impact data breaches, unauthorized modifications, and service disruption. EPSS scoring indicates low exploitation probability (0.05%, 15th percentile), and no public exploit identified at time of analysis. The vulnerability stems from missing authorization controls (CWE-862), requiring only network access and low-privilege credentials with no user interaction, making it readily exploitable once an account is compromised.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in everestthemes Everest Backup everest-backup allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Everest Backup: from n/a through <= 2.3.8.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Mark O'Donnell MSTW CSV EXPORTER mstw-csv-exporter allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects MSTW CSV EXPORTER: from n/a through <= 1.4.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Reoon Technology Reoon Email Verifier reoon-email-verifier allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Reoon Email Verifier: from n/a through <= 2.0.1.
Missing authorization controls in the Open Close WooCommerce Store plugin (versions ≤4.9.9) allow authenticated low-privileged users to bypass access restrictions and perform unauthorized high-impact operations, potentially modifying store configuration or accessing sensitive data. With CVSS 8.1 (High severity) but only 0.03% EPSS (9th percentile), this represents a significant vulnerability for affected WordPress/WooCommerce sites, though no public exploit or active exploitation (CISA KEV) has been identified at time of analysis. The authentication requirement (PR:L) substantially limits attack surface compared to unauthenticated vulnerabilities.
WordPress Table Block by RioVizual plugin versions through 3.0.0 contains a broken access control vulnerability allowing authenticated attackers with low privileges to bypass authorization checks and perform high-impact actions including data theft, modification, and service disruption. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects network-accessible exploitation with low complexity requiring only minimal authentication. EPSS score of 0.05% (15th percentile) suggests low immediate exploitation probability, with no public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Broken access control in MSN Partner Hub WordPress plugin allows authenticated attackers with low privileges to bypass authorization controls and gain unauthorized access to high-privilege functions. This CWE-862 missing authorization flaw affects versions through 2.9, enabling authenticated users to execute actions beyond their intended permission level. EPSS score of 0.05% (15th percentile) indicates low observed exploitation probability, and no public exploit code or CISA KEV listing exists at time of analysis.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in PickPlugins Testimonial Slider testimonial allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Testimonial Slider: from n/a through <= 2.0.15.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Joby Joseph SEO Meta Description Updater seo-meta-description-updater allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects SEO Meta Description Updater: from n/a through <= 1.2.0.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Nelio Software Nelio Content nelio-content allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Nelio Content: from n/a through <= 4.0.5.
Broken access control in Conversios.io WooCommerce analytics plugin (versions ≤7.2.13) allows authenticated low-privilege users to access or modify high-sensitivity data without proper authorization checks. The vulnerability enables privilege escalation where any authenticated user can bypass intended access restrictions to read confidential information or alter plugin settings/data. EPSS score of 0.03% (9th percentile) indicates low predicted exploitation probability; no public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in PickPlugins Post Grid and Gutenberg Blocks post-grid allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Post Grid and Gutenberg Blocks: from n/a through <= 2.3.17.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Shambhu Patnaik Export Categories export-categories allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.This issue affects Export Categories: from n/a through <= 1.0.
Unauthenticated remote attackers can bypass authorization controls in TS Demo Importer plugin for WordPress (versions ≤0.1.3), enabling high-impact integrity and availability compromise through misconfigured access control. EPSS scoring at 7th percentile (0.07%) suggests low observed exploitation probability. No CISA KEV listing indicates no confirmed active exploitation at time of analysis, though the authentication bypass tag and critical CVSS 9.1 rating warrant immediate attention for exposed WordPress installations.
Broken access control in IgnitionDeck WordPress plugin (versions ≤2.0.15) enables authenticated users to bypass authorization checks and perform unauthorized actions with elevated privileges. The vulnerability requires low-privilege authentication but has low attack complexity (CVSS 8.8, AV:N/AC:L/PR:L), allowing compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. EPSS probability is low (0.05%, 15th percentile), and no public exploit is identified at time of analysis, suggesting limited active targeting despite the high severity rating.
Broken access control in WP Flights & Hotels Booking WP Plugin (adiaha-hotel) versions ≤3.1 allows authenticated users with low privileges to bypass authorization checks and gain unauthorized access to high-impact functionality. Attackers can achieve complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability within the plugin's scope. EPSS score of 0.05% (15th percentile) indicates low observed exploitation probability, and no public exploit code or active exploitation (CISA KEV) has been identified at time of analysis.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in clicksend SMS Contact Form 7 Notifications by ClickSend clicksend-contactform7 allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects SMS Contact Form 7 Notifications by ClickSend: from n/a through <= 1.4.0.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in mrityunjay Smart WeTransfer smart-wetransfer allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Smart WeTransfer: from n/a through <= 1.3.
Missing Authorization vulnerability in epiphanyit321 Referral Link Tracker referral-link-tracker allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Referral Link Tracker: from n/a through <= 1.1.4.
Quick Facts
- Typical Severity
- CRITICAL
- Category
- auth
- Total CVEs
- 32267