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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 VG WORT METIS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the gutenberg_save_post() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update limited post settings.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
VG WORT METIS versions 2.0.0 and earlier lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users to modify data they should not have access to. An attacker with low-level account privileges can alter content or settings without proper permission validation. The vulnerability affects the integrity of the system but does not expose sensitive data or cause service disruption.
What an attacker can do
Modify data or settings without proper authorization as an authenticated user.
Potential impact on your site
Unauthorized changes to site data or configuration by users with limited intended permissions.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a valid low-privilege account on the system.
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