Low privileged users can use the AJAX action 'cp_plugins_do_button_job_later_callback' in the Login Protection - Limit Failed Login Attempts WordPress plugin before 2.9, to install any plugin (including a specific version) from the WordPress repository, as well as activate arbitrary plugin from then blog, which helps attackers install vulnerable plugins and could lead to more critical vulnerabilities like RCE.
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wp Limit Failed Login Attempts Plugin | — | Update wp-limit-failed-login-attempts plugin to version 2.9, or a newer patched version | May 15, 2025 | Apr 22, 2021 |
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