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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The SiteSEO – SEO Simplified plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to n incorrect capability check on the siteseo_reset_settings function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, who have been granted access to at least on SiteSEO setting capability, to reset the plugin's settings.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
SiteSEO versions 1.3.2 and earlier contain an integrity vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to modify data over the network. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be exploited remotely. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 1.3.2 to remediate this issue.
What an attacker can do
Modify data on the site without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can alter site content or settings without logging in, potentially defacing pages or corrupting configuration.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
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