What the vulnerability does
01Description
The ShopLentor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the ajax_dismiss function in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to set arbitrary WordPress options to "true". NOTE: This vulnerability can be exploited by attackers with subscriber- or customer-level access and above if (1) the WooCommerce plugin is deactivated or (2) access to the default WordPress admin dashboard is explicitly enabled for authenticated users.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
ShopLentor versions up to 2.8.8 lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify site data and disrupt service availability. An attacker with a basic user account can alter WooCommerce settings and cause the site to become unavailable. Update to a version newer than 2.8.8 to resolve this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify WooCommerce store settings and cause the site to become unavailable.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Store settings can be altered by low-privilege users, and the site may experience downtime without admin action.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account (e.g., subscriber or customer role) on the WordPress site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 21, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
