CVE-2024-8016
CVE-2024-8016 affects the Events Calendar Pro plugin for WordPress, enabling PHP Object Injection. This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers with administrator access to inject PHP objects through deserialization of the 'filters' parameter in widgets, impacting versions up to 7.0.2. Although the CVSS score is 7.2, SOCRadar's Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 66, indicating a moderate risk that still requires monitoring. The presence of a POP chain allows for potential remote code execution, further escalating the danger. The impact is amplified when used with Elementor, even granting contributor-level users the ability to exploit this issue. Immediate patching or mitigation is advised to prevent potential system compromise and data breaches, especially since lower-level users might exploit it in specific configurations. This vulnerability can lead to severe consequences, including complete system takeover.
Description:
CVE-2024-8016 is a PHP Object Injection vulnerability in the Events Calendar Pro plugin for WordPress, allowing authenticated attackers with administrator-level access to inject PHP objects and execute code remotely. The SVRS of 50 indicates a moderate risk, requiring attention but not immediate action.
Key Insights:
- Exploit Status: Active exploits have been published.
- Threat Actors/APT Groups: No specific threat actors or groups have been identified as actively exploiting this vulnerability.
- CISA Warnings: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has not issued a warning for this vulnerability.
- In the Wild: The vulnerability is not currently being actively exploited by hackers.
Mitigation Strategies:
- Update the Events Calendar Pro plugin to version 7.0.3 or later.
- Restrict access to the plugin's settings to only authorized users.
- Implement a web application firewall (WAF) to block malicious requests.
- Regularly monitor for suspicious activity and apply security patches promptly.
Additional Information:
If users have additional queries regarding this incident, they can use the 'Ask to Analyst' feature, contact SOCRadar directly, or open a support ticket for more information if necessary.
Indicators of Compromise
Exploits
News
Social Media
Affected Software
References
CWE Details
CVE Radar
Real-time CVE Intelligence & Vulnerability Management Platform
CVE Radar provides comprehensive vulnerability intelligence by monitoring CVE databases, security advisories, and threat feeds. Get instant updates on new vulnerabilities, exploit details, and mitigation strategies specific to your assets.