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 (37503)
Missing authorization in merkulove Logger for Elementor plugin through version 1.0.9 allows attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. Unauthenticated or low-privileged users can access protected functionality due to absent or insufficient authorization checks. The vulnerability has low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.05%) and no confirmed public exploit code or active exploitation reported.
Missing authorization in Worker for WPBakery plugin versions through 1.1.1 allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control, enabling unauthorized actions through broken access control mechanisms. The vulnerability affects WordPress installations running this plugin and could allow unauthenticated or low-privileged users to bypass security restrictions, though the specific attack surface and impact are limited by low EPSS probability (0.05%) and minimal public awareness.
Missing authorization controls in the merkulove Worker for Elementor WordPress plugin (versions through 1.0.10) allow unauthenticated or low-privileged users to exploit incorrectly configured access control mechanisms. The vulnerability stems from CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) and enables attackers to perform unauthorized actions without proper privilege verification, potentially affecting sites running vulnerable plugin versions.
Missing authorization controls in Headinger for Elementor plugin (versions up to 1.1.4) permit unauthenticated or insufficiently privileged attackers to bypass access control restrictions and perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured security levels that fail to validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive functionality, enabling attackers to exploit the plugin's features beyond their intended authorization scope.
Criptopayer for Elementor WordPress plugin through version 1.0.1 contains a missing authorization vulnerability allowing unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels and bypass authentication mechanisms. The vulnerability stems from insufficient validation of user permissions, enabling unauthorized access to sensitive plugin functionality. With an EPSS score of 0.05% (17th percentile), real-world exploitation probability is currently low, and no active exploitation or public proof-of-concept code has been reported.
Missing authorization in merkulove Countdowner for Elementor plugin (versions up to 1.0.4) allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized access to plugin functionality. With an EPSS score of 0.05% (17th percentile), this vulnerability represents low real-world exploitation probability despite the authorization bypass classification.
Missing authorization in the merkulove Appender WordPress plugin versions through 1.1.1 allows authenticated attackers to bypass access control checks and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially gaining unauthorized access to restricted functionality or data. EPSS probability is minimal at 0.05%, and no public exploit code or active exploitation has been reported.
Missing authorization in merkulove UnGrabber WordPress plugin version 3.1.3 and earlier allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control to bypass security restrictions. The vulnerability stems from CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) and has been identified in the plugin's access control implementation, potentially enabling attackers to perform unauthorized actions without proper privilege verification.
Missing authorization in Select Graphist for Elementor WordPress plugin versions up to 1.2.10 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access controls to perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from broken access control mechanisms that fail to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive functionality. With an EPSS score of 0.01% and no confirmed active exploitation, this represents a low-probability attack despite the authorization flaw.
Missing authorization in Walker for Elementor plugin (versions through 1.1.6) allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit improperly configured access controls to bypass intended security restrictions and access unauthorized functionality. The vulnerability stems from inadequate permission validation in the plugin's WordPress implementation, enabling attackers to interact with protected features without proper authentication or role-based authorization checks.
Gmaper for Elementor plugin versions up to 1.0.9 contains a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) that allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially bypassing authentication mechanisms to access restricted functionality. The vulnerability carries a 0.02% EPSS score (percentile 4%), indicating minimal real-world exploitation risk at present, with no public exploit code or active exploitation currently identified.
Missing authorization in merkulove Sliper for Elementor plugin versions up to 1.0.10 allows attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from insufficient access control validation (CWE-862), enabling unauthenticated or low-privileged users to perform actions they should not be authorized to execute. With an EPSS score of 0.02% (4th percentile) indicating very low real-world exploitation likelihood, this issue represents a lower-priority authorization flaw compared to actively exploited vulnerabilities.
Missing authorization in merkulove Watcher for Elementor plugin (versions up to 1.0.9) allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive functionality or data. The vulnerability carries an EPSS score of 0.02% (percentile 4%), indicating very low observed exploitation probability, with no public exploit code or active exploitation confirmed at the time of analysis.
Missing authorization controls in merkulove Questionar for Elementor plugin versions up to 1.1.7 allow attackers to exploit improperly configured access control mechanisms, potentially enabling unauthorized access to questionnaire data or administrative functions. The vulnerability stems from inadequate privilege validation and affects all users of the vulnerable plugin versions. With an EPSS score of 0.02% and no CVSS severity assigned, real-world exploitation likelihood is currently minimal, though the authentication bypass nature of the flaw warrants patching.
Missing authorization in Merkulove Couponer for Elementor plugin versions up to 1.1.7 allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive coupon management functionality. The vulnerability carries low real-world exploitation probability (EPSS 0.02%) despite being classified as an authentication bypass, suggesting limited practical attack surface or requirement for specific configuration conditions.
Missing authorization in Northern Beaches Websites WP Custom Admin Interface plugin (versions up to 7.40) allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially gaining unauthorized administrative access or performing privileged actions without proper authentication. The vulnerability affects WordPress installations using this plugin and carries a very low EPSS score (0.01%, 2nd percentile) despite the authorization flaw, suggesting limited real-world exploitation likelihood in practice.
Missing authorization in the Alexander AnyComment WordPress plugin through version 0.3.6 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, resulting in unauthorized access to protected functionality. The vulnerability stems from broken access control mechanisms (CWE-862) rather than authentication bypass, meaning authenticated sessions may also be affected depending on their privilege level. With an EPSS score of 0.02% and no reported active exploitation, this represents a low-probability real-world risk despite the critical nature of access control flaws.
Hide Plugins WordPress plugin through version 1.0.4 fails to enforce proper authorization checks, allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to access plugin management functions intended for administrators. The missing access control (CWE-862) permits attackers to exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized plugin visibility or manipulation. While EPSS indicates low real-world exploitation probability (0.01%, 2nd percentile), the vulnerability represents a direct authorization bypass that could escalate privileges in certain WordPress configurations.
The Signature Add-On for Gravity Forms plugin (version 1.8.6 and earlier) contains a missing authorization vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from improper implementation of authorization checks, enabling unauthorized users to access protected functionality or data that should be restricted based on user roles and permissions. This authentication bypass affects WordPress installations using the vulnerable plugin versions and is tracked as CWE-862 (Missing Authorization).
Missing authorization in the Easy Upload Files During Checkout WordPress plugin through version 3.0.0 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access controls to bypass security restrictions and upload files. The vulnerability, classified as a broken access control flaw (CWE-862), affects the plugin's core file upload functionality during checkout operations. While EPSS scoring indicates very low exploitation probability (0.01%, 2nd percentile), the absence of CVSS data and patch version information limits quantification of attack complexity and remediation specificity.
Authorization bypass in Order Cancellation & Returns for WooCommerce plugin (versions ≤1.1.11) allows unauthenticated or low-privileged users to access and manipulate order cancellation and return functionality through user-controlled parameters. The vulnerability stems from improper access control checks that fail to validate user permissions against the requested resource, enabling attackers to operate on orders belonging to other customers without proper authorization. EPSS score of 0.01% indicates low observed exploitation likelihood despite the straightforward attack vector.
Missing authorization in the Direct Payments WP WordPress plugin version 1.3.2 and earlier allows attackers to bypass access control mechanisms and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially gaining unauthorized access to payment functionality. This authentication bypass vulnerability affects all users of the plugin up to version 1.3.2, with an EPSS score of 0.01% indicating very low real-world exploitation probability despite the missing CVSS rating.
Missing authorization controls in All in One Accessibility WordPress plugin versions 1.15 and earlier allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) and enables attackers to access or modify functionality that should be restricted, though exploitation probability is low (EPSS 0.04%). No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified at the time of analysis.
Missing authorization controls in GS Portfolio for Envato WordPress plugin versions up to 1.4.2 allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels to access protected functionality or data. The vulnerability stems from inadequate access control validation, enabling attackers to manipulate requests to resources that should be restricted. No public exploit code has been identified, and the low EPSS score of 0.04% suggests limited real-world exploitation likelihood, though the missing CVSS vector prevents definitive severity assessment.
Missing authorization in the Vireo WordPress theme (versions up to 1.0.24) enables authenticated attackers with low privileges to bypass access controls and execute high-impact operations including data exfiltration, integrity compromise, and availability disruption. The vulnerability affects a specific WordPress theme product from extendthemes with CVSS 8.8 severity. While EPSS probability is low (0.04%, 13th percentile), the low attack complexity and network attack vector warrant attention for sites using this theme. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, and not listed in CISA KEV.
Missing authorization checks in Aum Watcharapon Featured Image Generator WordPress plugin versions up to 1.3.4 allow unauthenticated or low-privileged attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive plugin functionality. The EPSS score of 0.04% indicates low exploitation probability in practice despite the authorization flaw.
Missing authorization in the AI Content Writing Assistant WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.1.7) allows unauthenticated or low-privileged users to access restricted functionality through incorrectly configured access controls. The vulnerability exploits broken access control logic (CWE-862) that fails to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive operations. While EPSS scoring indicates low exploitation probability (0.04th percentile), the authentication bypass nature of the flaw creates a direct pathway for unauthorized feature access.
Missing authorization controls in themesawesome History Timeline WordPress plugin versions through 1.0.6 permit exploitation of incorrectly configured access control, allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to bypass security restrictions and access protected functionality. The vulnerability stems from improper enforcement of access control checks (CWE-862), classified as a broken access control flaw. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed, though the low EPSS score (0.04%) suggests limited practical exploitation likelihood in real-world deployments.
Missing authorization controls in Strategy11 Team Tasty Recipes Lite WordPress plugin through version 1.1.5 allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from insufficient validation of user permissions before executing sensitive operations, enabling unauthorized access to protected functionality. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified at the time of analysis.
Broken access control in Strategy11 Team Tasty Recipes Lite WordPress plugin through version 1.1.5 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured security levels to access or modify protected functionality. The vulnerability stems from missing authorization checks that fail to properly validate user permissions before exposing sensitive operations. EPSS exploitation probability is low at 0.04%, and no public exploit code or confirmed active exploitation has been identified.
Missing authorization controls in WordPress Accordion Slider Gallery plugin version 2.7 and earlier allow unauthenticated or low-privileged users to bypass access restrictions and exploit misconfigured security levels. The vulnerability stems from improper access control validation (CWE-862) that fails to enforce authentication checks on sensitive plugin functions, potentially enabling unauthorized users to access restricted functionality or administrative features.
Missing authorization controls in RestroPress WordPress plugin versions through 3.2.7 allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access restrictions and access functionality intended to be restricted by security-configured access levels. The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user permissions, enabling attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control mechanisms. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed, though the low EPSS score (0.04%) suggests minimal real-world exploitation likelihood despite the authorization bypass nature.
Missing authorization in the Trash Duplicate and 301 Redirect WordPress plugin through version 1.9.1 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially bypassing authentication checks to access or modify restricted functionality. The vulnerability stems from improper enforcement of WordPress capability checks (CWE-862), and while no public exploit code has been identified, the low EPSS score (0.06%) suggests limited real-world exploitation likelihood despite the authorization flaw.
Missing authorization checks in quadlayers AI Copilot WordPress plugin versions up to 1.5.2 allow unauthenticated or inadequately privileged users to bypass access control restrictions and perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from improperly configured security levels that fail to enforce proper permission validation, enabling attackers to exploit the authentication bypass to access or manipulate protected functionality without proper credentials.
Missing authorization controls in the Wiremo woo-reviews-by-wiremo WordPress plugin through version 1.4.99 allow attackers to bypass access restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized data access or modification of review functionality. The vulnerability stems from broken access control (CWE-862) and carries an EPSS score of 0.04% (13th percentile), indicating low real-world exploitation probability despite the authentication bypass tag.
Missing authorization in Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard plugin (versions up to 1.2.4) allows attackers to bypass access controls and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from improper enforcement of authorization checks (CWE-862), potentially enabling unauthorized users to access or manipulate sticky notes functionality. With an EPSS score of 0.04% (11th percentile), this represents a low real-world exploitation probability despite the authorization flaw, suggesting either limited attack surface or constrained practical utility.
WP Export Categories & Taxonomies WordPress plugin through version 1.0.3 fails to enforce authorization checks on sensitive functionality, allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to exploit misconfigured access controls. The vulnerability stems from improper implementation of WordPress capabilities checks, potentially enabling unauthorized users to export or manipulate site taxonomy data. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed at the time of analysis.
Orders Chat for WooCommerce plugin versions up to 1.2.0 fail to properly enforce access controls on chat functionality, allowing attackers to bypass authentication checks and access or manipulate order chat data through incorrectly configured security levels. This broken access control vulnerability (CWE-862) affects WordPress installations using the vulnerable plugin, with no public exploit code identified but confirmed exploitability of authorization bypass mechanics. EPSS probability is low at 0.04%, suggesting limited real-world exploitation likelihood despite the authorization flaw.
Flowbox WordPress plugin through version 1.1.6 fails to enforce proper access control, allowing attackers to exploit misconfigured security levels and bypass authorization checks. The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to functionality that should require elevated permissions, affecting all installations of the vulnerable plugin versions without authentication requirements.
Authorization bypass in MyD Delivery WordPress plugin through version 1.7.1 allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate user-controlled keys to access resources without proper permission validation, exploiting misconfigured access control security levels. The vulnerability carries low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%) but represents a fundamental authorization flaw affecting the plugin's core access control mechanism.
Missing authorization in PHPGurukul Small CRM 4.0's /admin/edit-user.php endpoint allows authenticated users to perform unauthorized administrative actions via remote network access. The vulnerability enables privilege escalation or lateral movement by bypassing access controls on user management functions. While publicly available exploit code exists and CVSS indicates network accessibility, the low EPSS score (0.02%, 4th percentile) and requirement for prior authentication suggest limited real-world exploitation despite proof-of-concept availability.
Authorization bypass in Master Addons for Elementor through version 2.0.9.9.4 allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control via user-controlled keys, enabling unauthorized access to protected functionality without proper privilege validation. The vulnerability affects WordPress installations using the vulnerable plugin versions and carries low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%) with no confirmed active exploitation or public exploit code available.
Missing authorization controls in WP Grids EasyTest plugin versions up to 1.0.1 allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access restrictions and perform unauthorized actions due to incorrectly configured access control security levels. The vulnerability enables exploitation of broken access control without authentication, though real-world exploitation probability remains low at 0.04% EPSS. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified.
Simple Like Page WordPress plugin versions 1.5.3 and earlier allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass access controls and perform unauthorized actions through incorrectly configured authentication checks, enabling exploitation of missing authorization enforcement in plugin functionality. The vulnerability affects the widely-deployed Simple Like Page plugin and has low estimated exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%) but represents a classic access control weakness that could permit unauthorized modification of plugin data or settings.
Missing authorization in QuadLayers TikTok Feed WordPress plugin versions through 4.6.5 allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user permissions, enabling unauthorized access to protected functionality or data. While EPSS scoring indicates low exploitation probability (0.04th percentile), the authentication bypass classification suggests potential for privilege escalation or unauthorized administrative actions if discovered by an attacker.
Missing authorization controls in nicdark Hotel Booking WordPress plugin versions 3.8 and earlier allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access restrictions through incorrectly configured security levels, potentially exposing sensitive booking and administrative functionality. The vulnerability has low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%) and no public exploit code has been identified, making it a lower-priority issue despite the high-impact CWE classification.
Missing authorization in Marco Milesi WP Attachments WordPress plugin through version 5.2 allows unauthenticated or low-privileged attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels to access protected attachments. The vulnerability stems from broken access control validation (CWE-862) and carries a low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.05%, 17th percentile), with no confirmed public exploit code or active exploitation documented at analysis time.
Missing authorization controls in nikmelnik Realbig media WordPress plugin versions up to 1.1.3 allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit misconfigured security levels, potentially exposing restricted content or functionality. The vulnerability is classified as a broken access control issue (CWE-862) with low exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%) and no public exploit code identified at the time of analysis.
Missing authorization controls in NewClarity DMCA Protection Badge WordPress plugin versions up to 2.2.0 allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially exposing sensitive functionality or data protected by the badge mechanism. The vulnerability stems from insufficient permission validation (CWE-862) and presents an authentication bypass risk, though real-world exploitation likelihood is low based on EPSS scoring (0.04%, 13th percentile).
Missing authorization in Wawp automation-web-platform through version 4.4 allows unauthenticated or low-privileged attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially bypassing intended access restrictions. The vulnerability is tracked as CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) and has an EPSS score of 0.04% (13th percentile), indicating very low real-world exploitation probability despite the access control nature of the flaw.
Missing authorization in SaifuMak Add Custom Codes WordPress plugin through version 4.80 allows unauthenticated or low-privileged attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access controls to perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from broken access control mechanisms (CWE-862) that fail to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive functionality. Despite a low EPSS score (0.05%, percentile 17%), the authentication bypass tag indicates potential for account takeover or privilege escalation.
Missing authorization controls in totalsoft Portfolio Gallery WordPress plugin versions through 1.4.8 allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially exposing sensitive gallery content and administrative functionality to unauthorized access. The vulnerability stems from broken access control mechanisms rather than authentication bypass, meaning authenticated users may also access resources beyond their privilege level. With an EPSS score of 0.05% (17th percentile) and no CVSS severity data, real-world exploitation appears limited despite the theoretical exposure.
Broken access control in Vollstart Serial Codes Generator and Validator with WooCommerce Support plugin through version 2.8.2 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit misconfigured security levels and bypass authorization checks to access or manipulate serial code functionality. The vulnerability stems from missing authorization validation on security-sensitive operations, enabling attackers to perform actions without proper privilege verification. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified at time of analysis, though the low EPSS score (0.05%) suggests limited real-world exploitation probability despite the access control weakness.
Missing authorization in Channelize.io Team Live Shopping & Shoppable Videos For WooCommerce plugin (versions up to 2.2.0) allows unauthenticated or low-privilege users to exploit incorrectly configured access controls to perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from broken access control (CWE-862) where endpoint-level authorization checks are insufficient or absent, potentially allowing attackers to bypass intended security restrictions on sensitive functionality. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed; EPSS score of 0.04% indicates low real-world exploitation probability at time of analysis.
Reuters Direct WordPress plugin through version 3.0.0 contains a missing authorization vulnerability allowing attackers to bypass access control restrictions and access protected functionality without proper authentication. The vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels in the plugin, potentially enabling unauthenticated users to interact with sensitive features intended for authorized administrators or subscribers. With an EPSS score of 0.04% and low real-world exploitation signals, this issue presents minimal immediate risk but should be addressed through plugin updates.
Missing authorization checks in Mohammed Kaludi Core Web Vitals & PageSpeed Booster WordPress plugin through version 1.0.28 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control to perform unauthorized actions. The vulnerability stems from broken access control (CWE-862), enabling attackers to bypass security restrictions and access sensitive functionality without proper authentication or privilege verification.
Missing authorization controls in cedcommerce WP Advanced PDF plugin versions up to 1.1.7 allow attackers to bypass access restrictions and exploit incorrectly configured security levels. The vulnerability enables unauthenticated access to functionalities that should require proper authorization checks, potentially exposing sensitive PDF generation or management features to unauthorized users. No CVSS vector or active exploitation data is available, but the low EPSS score (0.04%) suggests minimal real-world attack activity.
Hard-coded credentials in the shadow file component of multiple Tenda network devices (i24, 4G03 Pro, 4G05, 4G08, G0-8G-PoE, Nova MW5G, TEG5328F) allow local authenticated attackers to gain high-privilege access. Public exploit code is available on GitHub, enabling authentication bypass on devices running firmware versions up to 65.10.15.6. The CWE-259 classification indicates credentials embedded in firmware that cannot be changed through normal configuration. With EPSS data unavailable and no CISA KEV listing, this appears to affect primarily SOHO and small business deployments where local access may be obtained through social engineering or physical access.
Unrestricted file upload in newbee-mall-plus 2.0.0 permits authenticated high-privilege users to submit arbitrary files through the Product Information Edit Page, bypassing server-side file type validation in UploadController.java. The affected CPE is cpe:2.3:a:newbee-ltd:newbee-mall-plus:2.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*, and a public proof-of-concept has been disclosed via GitHub. No patch is available at time of analysis, as the vendor did not respond to responsible disclosure; however, EPSS at 0.05% (17th percentile) and the PR:H CVSS requirement together indicate low observed exploitation probability despite POC existence.
Unrestricted file upload in BiggiDroid Simple PHP CMS 1.0 allows authenticated administrators to upload arbitrary files - including PHP webshells - via the `image` parameter in the `/admin/edit.php` Site Logo Handler. A public proof-of-concept is confirmed available via Gitee (tagged 'exploit' by NVD), though the EPSS score of 0.05% at the 17th percentile reflects negligible opportunistic exploitation activity. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.0 is almost entirely driven by the PR:H administrative credential requirement, making this primarily an insider-threat or post-credential-compromise scenario rather than a direct unauthenticated remote attack.
Missing authorization in SiteLock Security WordPress plugin versions through 5.0.1 allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control to bypass security restrictions. Unauthenticated remote attackers can leverage this CWE-862 vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to protected functionality or resources without proper privilege validation. The issue is tagged as an authentication bypass with low EPSS exploitation probability (0.05%, 17th percentile), indicating limited real-world attack likelihood despite the authorization flaw.
Missing authorization controls in WP Cookie Notice for GDPR, CCPA & ePrivacy Consent plugin (versions up to 4.0.3) allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially enabling unauthorized modification of cookie consent settings and GDPR compliance configurations. No public exploit code has been identified at time of analysis, though the vulnerability carries a low EPSS score (0.06%, 19th percentile) suggesting minimal real-world exploitation likelihood despite the authorization flaw.
Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) in the FiveStar WordPress theme allows authenticated low-privilege users to modify or delete arbitrary data due to missing authorization checks on user-controlled keys. Versions up to and including 1.7 are affected, and exploitation can lead to integrity and availability impacts without confidentiality loss. No active exploitation or public exploit is currently identified.
Missing authorization in the Skywarrior Arcane WordPress theme through version 3.6.6 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to exploit improperly configured access controls, resulting in low availability impact. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, an EPSS exploitation probability of only 0.04%, and no evidence of active exploitation or public proof-of-concept code.
Insecure direct object references in the Backpack Traveler WordPress theme (versions <= 2.10.3) allow authenticated attackers with low privileges to modify or disrupt resources belonging to other users by manipulating access control keys. The vulnerability does not permit reading of data, only partial integrity and availability impact. EPSS exploitation probability is very low (0.04%) and no active exploitation or public exploit code is confirmed.
Authorization bypass in the Struktur WordPress theme allows authenticated low-privileged users to circumvent intended access controls by manipulating user-controlled keys. Attackers can modify data or cause availability impacts through IDOR on AJAX endpoints, without needing elevated privileges. No active exploitation or public exploit code is confirmed, and the EPSS score suggests very low wild exploitation likelihood.
Unauthenticated attackers can modify product delivery date settings in the Product Delivery Date for WooCommerce - Lite plugin up to version 3.2.0 due to missing authorization checks, resulting in low-impact integrity tampering. EPSS indicates a very low exploitation probability (0.04%) and no active exploitation or public exploit code is known at this time.
Unauthorized information disclosure in BizPrint plugin for WooCommerce allows authenticated attackers with low privileges to read sensitive data via a network request. The vulnerability stems from a missing authorization check (CWE-862) in versions up to and including 4.6.7, exposing data such as order or customer information. No active exploitation or public exploit code has been identified, and EPSS indicates a very low probability (0.04%) of widespread exploitation.
HR Management Lite WordPress plugin versions 3.6 and earlier contain a missing authorization vulnerability allowing authenticated users to access or modify resources without proper access control checks. An attacker with low-privilege user credentials can exploit incorrectly configured access control to read or modify sensitive data within the plugin's functionality, though the vulnerability requires prior authentication and does not enable privilege escalation or system-wide impact.
Authenticated users without proper authorization can modify content in the auxin-elements WordPress plugin (versions up to 2.17.15) due to missing access control checks on shortcode functionality. The vulnerability requires an authenticated account with low privileges and allows integrity compromise through shortcode manipulation, with an EPSS score of 0.04% indicating low real-world exploitation likelihood despite confirmed access control weakness.
Authenticated high-privilege users can exploit missing authorization checks in the Automattic Crowdsignal Forms plugin for WordPress (versions <= 1.7.2) to perform unauthorized data modifications or service disruptions, leading to low integrity and availability impacts. The vulnerability carries a CVSS base score of 3.8, a very low EPSS exploitation probability (0.03%), and there is no evidence of active exploitation or public exploit code.
Authenticated users with low privileges in WordPress can exploit missing authorization in the Stratum plugin (≤1.6.1) to perform unauthorized data modifications. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.3 and a low EPSS likelihood, with no known active exploits or public proof-of-concept available.
Information disclosure in Event Organiser plugin for WordPress (versions ≤3.12.8) allows authenticated attackers with low privileges to access restricted event-related data without proper authorization. The vulnerability has a low CVSS score (4.3), no known public exploit or active exploitation, and EPSS predicts very low exploitation probability (0.04%).
Unauthorized information disclosure in the Medicalequipment WordPress theme through version 1.0.9 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access sensitive data due to a missing authorization check. The EPSS exploitation probability is very low (0.04%) and no active exploitation or public proof-of-concept is known, reducing real-world urgency despite a Medium CVSS score.
Authorization bypass in wpDiscuz WordPress plugin through version 7.6.43 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access user-controlled data via improperly configured access controls, resulting in limited information disclosure with a CVSS score of 5.3. The vulnerability exploits insecure direct object references (IDOR) where access control checks fail to properly validate object ownership, enabling attackers to enumerate or retrieve comment data they should not access. No public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed at this time, though the EPSS score of 0.04% suggests minimal real-world exploitation likelihood despite the relatively accessible attack vector.
Missing authorization in Premio My Sticky Elements plugin (version 2.3.3 and earlier) allows authenticated users to modify data they should not have access to due to incorrectly configured access control security levels. The vulnerability requires an authenticated attacker with low privileges and carries a CVSS score of 4.3 with low real-world exploitation probability (EPSS 0.04%). No public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified.
Unauthorized information disclosure in XforWooCommerce Product Loops for WooCommerce versions up to 2.1.2 allows remote unauthenticated attackers to access restricted product loop data due to missing authorization checks. No active exploitation or public exploit is known, and EPSS indicates a very low probability of exploitation (0.04%). The vulnerability is classified as a missing authorization issue (CWE-862) with a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (Medium).
Unauthenticated information disclosure in the Share Print PDF for WooCommerce plugin ≤ 3.1.2 allows remote attackers to access restricted product data via a missing authorization check (CWE-862). The vulnerability carries a CVSS 5.3 (medium) score but has an extremely low EPSS (0.04%), suggesting minimal exploitation likelihood. No active exploitation or public exploit code is known at this time.
Unauthorized data modification in DesignThemes LMS Addon for WordPress up to version 2.6 allows unauthenticated attackers to change LMS content via missing authorization checks. The vulnerability has a Medium CVSS score of 5.3 with low integrity impact and no confidentiality impact. No active exploitation or public exploit code has been identified, and EPSS exploitation probability is low (0.04%).
Unauthorized data modification in the HomeFix Elementor Portfolio WordPress plugin (versions ≤1.0.1) allows remote attackers to manipulate portfolio content without authentication. The EPSS score is low (0.06%), indicating minimal exploitation likelihood, and no active exploitation is currently reported. A fix is available in a version beyond 1.0.1; users should upgrade immediately.
Missing authorization in WeDesignTech Portfolio plugin for WordPress allows unauthenticated attackers to modify certain data through improperly protected endpoints. All versions up to and including 1.0.2 are affected. There is no evidence of active exploitation or public proof-of-concept, and the low EPSS score indicates a low probability of widespread exploitation.
Information disclosure in SimpleCalendar Google Calendar Events plugin through 3.5.9 allows unauthenticated attackers to read unauthorized calendar event data by exploiting a user-controlled key parameter. The vulnerability arises from a failure to properly verify object ownership, enabling simple direct reference manipulation. No active exploitation or public exploit code has been reported at this time, and EPSS likelihood remains very low (0.04%).
Missing authorization in Eagle Booking plugin for WordPress (≤1.3.4.3) allows authenticated attackers to alter booking-related settings or data without proper access controls. This can lead to malicious changes in booking configurations, impacting the integrity and availability of the booking system.
Insecure direct object reference (IDOR) in the Eagle Booking WordPress plugin (≤1.3.4.3) enables authenticated users with low privileges to manipulate booking parameters and cancel or disrupt bookings of other users, causing a low availability impact. No active exploitation or public exploit is reported, and EPSS probability is very low (0.04%).
Missing authorization in Crocoblock JetTabs WordPress plugin version 2.2.12 and earlier allows unauthenticated or low-privileged attackers to bypass access control restrictions and exploit misconfigured security levels. The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user permissions before executing sensitive operations, potentially enabling unauthorized access to restricted plugin functionality or data.
CubeWP framework plugin through version 1.1.27 fails to enforce proper access control checks, allowing attackers to access functionality that should be restricted by access control lists. This authentication bypass vulnerability has low real-world exploitation probability (EPSS 0.05%) but represents a fundamental authorization flaw in the plugin's architecture that could enable privilege escalation or unauthorized feature access depending on implementation context.
Vulnerability in CodexThemes TheGem (Elementor), CodexThemes TheGem (WPBakery).8.1.1; TheGem (WPBakery): from n/a before 5.8.1.1. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.4), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Mobile Builder WordPress plugin versions 1.4.2 and earlier contain an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to circumvent authentication mechanisms through alternate paths or channels. The plugin fails to properly validate user credentials or session tokens, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive functionality. With an EPSS score of 0.10% indicating low exploitation probability and no confirmed active exploitation, this represents a lower-priority vulnerability that should still be addressed through patching.
Missing authorization in Crocoblock JetBlog plugin versions up to 2.4.7 allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control, potentially bypassing intended security restrictions on blog content and administrative functions. The vulnerability stems from broken access control mechanisms that fail to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive operations, with an EPSS score of 0.04% indicating low real-world exploitation probability despite the authorization defect.
Authorization Bypass in Crocoblock JetPopup WordPress plugin through version 2.0.20.1 allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels via user-controlled keys, enabling unauthorized access to protected popup content and functionality. EPSS score of 0.04% indicates low exploitation probability despite the authorization flaw; no public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified.
Quick Facts
- Typical Severity
- CRITICAL
- Category
- auth
- Total CVEs
- 37503