#VU70069 Security features bypass in WP-Polls - CVE-2022-1581

Vulnerability identifier: #VU70069

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-1581

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WP-Polls
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Lester 'GaMerZ' Chan

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass certain authorization checks and gain access to the admin panel.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WP-Polls: 2.02a - 2.75.6

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External links
https://www.hightechdad.com/2009/12/21/warning-wp-polls-wordpress-poll-plugin-can-be-exploited/
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c1896ab9-9585-40e2-abbf-ef5153b3c6b2

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.