CVE-2019-9574 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

The WP Human Resource Management plugin, prior to version 2.2.6, allowed leave modifications for users without the required roles.

Understanding CVE-2019-9574

This CVE entry highlights a vulnerability in the WP Human Resource Management plugin.

What is CVE-2019-9574?

The WP Human Resource Management plugin, before version 2.2.6, did not ensure that leave modifications were restricted to users with the Administrator or HR Manager role.

The Impact of CVE-2019-9574

This vulnerability could allow unauthorized users to make leave modifications, potentially leading to unauthorized access or misuse of the plugin's functionalities.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-9574

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The WP Human Resource Management plugin, version 2.2.6 and earlier, lacked proper authorization checks for leave modifications, allowing non-privileged users to perform these actions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: WP Human Resource Management plugin
Affected Versions: Prior to version 2.2.6

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users could exploit this vulnerability by accessing and modifying leave information without the necessary role permissions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-9574 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the WP Human Resource Management plugin to version 2.2.6 or newer.
Restrict access to the plugin to authorized users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update user roles and permissions.
Conduct security audits to identify and address similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.