WordPress Optimize More! – Images Plugin Broken Access Control Vulnerability

A broken access control vulnerability has been identified in the WordPress Optimize More! – Images plugin, specifically in versions through 1.1.3. This vulnerability allows unauthorized users to perform actions that require higher privileges, due to incorrectly configured access control security levels.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized users gaining access to functions or data that should be restricted, potentially allowing them to perform actions on behalf of a user with higher privileges.

Remediation

Users of the Optimize More! – Images WordPress plugin are advised to update to the latest version. For those seeking immediate protection, Patchstack offers a mitigation service that can be activated.