CVSS base score
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 Security Optimizer WordPress plugin from 1.5.8 to 1.6.4 does not correctly validate requests to its optional IP-based login restriction feature, allowing the restriction to be bypassed so that unauthenticated requests from non-allowlisted IP addresses can reach and use the login form, defeating the access control the administrator configured.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Security Optimizer versions 1.5.8 through 1.6.4 contain an integrity vulnerability accessible over the network without authentication or user interaction. An attacker can modify data or content on the site. The vulnerability does not affect confidentiality or availability. Update to version 1.6.5 or later.
What an attacker can do
Modify data or content on the site without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can alter site data, content, or settings without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
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