Description

WordPress Plugin GD Star Rating is prone to a security bypass vulnerability. Successful exploits may allow attackers to bypass certain security restrictions and perform unauthorized actions; other attacks are also possible. WordPress Plugin GD Star Rating version 1.9.18 is vulnerable; prior versions may also be affected.

Remediation

Update to plugin version 1.9.19 or latest

References

http://ceriksen.com/2012/07/25/wordpress-gd-star-rating-information-disclosure-vulnerability/

http://secunia.com/advisories/49850/

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Severity

High

Classification

CWE-264 CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Tags

Missing Update Authentication Bypass