ExactMetrics WordPress Plugin Missing Authorization Vulnerability Allowing Broken Access Control

A broken access control vulnerability has been identified in the ExactMetrics WordPress plugin, specifically in versions through 8.1.0. This vulnerability arises from missing authorization checks, which can be exploited by users with lower privileges to perform actions reserved for higher privileged users.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an unprivileged user to execute actions that require higher privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or access within the WordPress site.

Remediation

Users of the ExactMetrics WordPress plugin should update to version 8.2.0 or later to address this vulnerability. Patchstack users can enable auto-update for vulnerable plugins.