CVE-2024-9933
CRITICALCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
30.5%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The WatchTowerHQ plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 3.9.6. This is due to the 'watchtower_ota_token' default value is empty, and the not empty check is missing in the 'Password_Less_Access::login' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in to the WatchTowerHQ client administrator user.
Technical Details
- Published
- 10/26/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-9933?
The WatchTowerHQ plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 3.9.6. This is due to the 'watchtower_ota_token' default value is empty, and the not empty check is missing in the 'Password_Less_Access::login' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in to the WatchTowerHQ client administrator user.
Is CVE-2024-9933 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2024-9933 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 30.5%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-9933?
CVE-2024-9933 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
Is CVE-2024-9933 affecting your environment?
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