CVE-2024-6869

CVE-2024-6869 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Faboba Falang with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-862.

Key facts

Description

The Falang multilanguage for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.52. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update and delete translations and expose the administrator email address.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-6869?
The Falang multilanguage for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.52. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update and delete translations and expose the administrator email address.
How severe is CVE-2024-6869?
CVE-2024-6869 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-6869 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-6869?
CVE-2024-6869 affects Faboba Falang. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6869?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-6869 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-6869 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47863.
When was CVE-2024-6869 published?
CVE-2024-6869 was published on 2024-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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