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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 SiteLock SiteLock Security – WP Hardening, Login Security & Malware Scans sitelock allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects SiteLock Security – WP Hardening, Login Security & Malware Scans: from n/a through <= 5.0.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
SiteLock Security for WordPress versions up to 5.0.2 lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify site settings they should not access. The vulnerability requires a valid WordPress account but no special interaction. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 5.0.2 to prevent unauthorized configuration changes.
What an attacker can do
Modify site settings or configurations that should be restricted to administrators.
Potential impact on your site
Unauthorized users could alter security settings, potentially weakening site protection or causing service disruption.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a valid low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).
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