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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The AdForest theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several AJAX actions like 'sb_remove_ad' in all versions up to, and including, 5.1.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete posts, attachments and deactivate a license.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
AdForest versions up to 5.1.7 lack proper authorization checks on certain operations. A logged-in user with low privileges can modify data they should not have access to, such as changing settings or content belonging to other users or the site itself. The vulnerability requires an active user account but no special permissions.
What an attacker can do
Modify data or settings they should not have permission to change.
Potential impact on your site
Unauthorized users can alter site content, settings, or other users' data without admin approval.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site.
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