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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the add_new_assistant() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to create new GTP assistants.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Kognetiks Chatbot plugin for WordPress versions 2.1.7 and earlier does not properly check user permissions before allowing certain actions. A logged-in user with low privileges can modify data they should not have access to. The plugin does not require administrator or higher-level permissions for sensitive operations.
What an attacker can do
A logged-in user can modify plugin data or settings without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
Unauthorized users can alter chatbot configuration, messages, or settings, potentially disrupting service or exposing sensitive information.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).
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