The wp_validate_auth_cookie function in wp-includes/pluggable.php in WordPress before 3.7.2 and 3.8.x before 3.8.2 does not properly determine the validity of authentication cookies, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a forged cookie.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 8.2
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade wordpress | Jul 30, 2024 | Apr 10, 2014 |
| Wordpress | — | Upgrade Wordpress to version 3.7.2Upgrade Wordpress to version 3.8.2 | May 16, 2017 | Apr 9, 2014 |
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