CVE-2024-2472:The LatePoint Plugin for WordPress, in all versions up to and including 4.9.9, is vulnerable to unauthorized access and modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'start_or_use_session_for_customer' function.

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The LatePoint Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data and modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'start_or_use_session_for_customer' function in all versions up to and including 4.9.9. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to view other customer's cabinets, including the ability to view PII such as email addresses and to change their LatePoint user password, which may or may not be associated with a WordPress account. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.1, indicating a critical severity.

Overview

The LatePoint Plugin for WordPress, a popular plugin used for appointment scheduling, is vulnerable to unauthorized access and modification of data. This vulnerability is due to a missing capability check on the 'start_or_use_session_for_customer' function. This vulnerability affects all versions of the plugin up to and including 4.9.9. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to view other customer's cabinets, including the ability to view PII such as email addresses and to change their LatePoint user password.

Remediation

Users of the LatePoint Plugin for WordPress are advised to update to the latest version of the plugin as soon as possible. If updating is not immediately possible, users should consider disabling the plugin until an update can be applied.

References

  1. Wordfence Threat Intel
  2. Aram Hairchitects
  3. LatePoint Changelog

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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