Coothemes Easy WP Optimizer Missing Authorization Vulnerability Allowing Broken Access Control

A missing authorization vulnerability has been identified in the Coothemes Easy WP Optimizer plugin, affecting versions through 1.1.0. This vulnerability allows exploitation of incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially leading to unauthorized users performing actions that require higher privileges.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an unprivileged user to execute actions reserved for higher privileged users, due to the lack of proper authorization checks.

Remediation

Users are advised to remove and replace the Easy WP Optimizer plugin, as it has not been updated in over a year and is unlikely to receive further fixes.