CVE-2024-28000
Litespeedtech Litespeed Cache privilege escalation
- Published21 Aug 2024
Description
Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in LiteSpeed Technologies LiteSpeed Cache litespeed-cache.This issue affects LiteSpeed Cache: from n/a through <= 6.3.0.1.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
References
- https://packetstorm.news/files/id/200819/
- https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/litespeed-cache/vulnerability/wordpress-litespeed-cache-plugin-6-3-0-1-unauthenticated-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
- https://thehackernews.com/2024/08/critical-flaw-in-wordpress-litespeed.html?m=1
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/52328
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-28000 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-28000 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 68.3%.
How severe is CVE-2024-28000?
CVE-2024-28000 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 68.3% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-28000?
Affected products include Litespeedtech Litespeed Cache.
How do I fix CVE-2024-28000?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Litespeedtech Litespeed Cache 6.4 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.