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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
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Blair Williams Shortlinks by Pretty Links pretty-link allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Shortlinks by Pretty Links: from n/a through <= 3.6.15.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Shortlinks by Pretty Links versions 3.6.15 and earlier lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify shortlink data they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires a valid WordPress account but does not require administrator rights. Integrity of shortlink records can be compromised, though confidentiality and availability are not directly affected.
What an attacker can do
Modify shortlinks created by other users or change shortlink settings without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
Shortlinks may be altered or redirected by unauthorized users, potentially breaking links or redirecting traffic maliciously.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a valid WordPress user account with at least low-level privileges.
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