Description
WordPress Time Capsule Plugin 1.21.16 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access by sending a crafted POST request with the IWP_JSON_PREFIX header. Attackers can exploit this flaw to obtain valid administrator session cookies and access the WordPress dashboard without providing credentials.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wptimecapsule | Time Capsule Plugin | ≤ 1.21.16 | — |
References
- ExploitDB-47941 exploit
- Official Product Homepage product
- VulnCheck Advisory: WordPress Time Capsule Plugin 1.21.16 Authentication Bypass third-party-advisory