GDPR Cookie Compliance <= 4.0.2 - Missing Authorization
Vulnerability Description
The GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on the gdpr_cookie_compliance_reset_settings AJAX action in versions up to, and including, 4.0.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers to reset all of the settings.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
The following person or organization is credited with identifying this vulnerability, as recorded in the NVD database:
- Jerome Bruandet
References
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9116d719-f536-4b8a-9e73-9a8a922f8a35?source=cve
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-gdpr-cookie-compliance-plugin-fixed-authenticated-settings-deletion-vulnerability/
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-gdpr-cookie-compliance-security-bypass-4-0-2/
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5ac51325-a7f5-4d38-9b41-61855206083d
Affected Vendor
mooveagency
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