CVE-2024-32829 in Data Tables Generator by Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 04/26/2024
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Supsystic Data Tables Generator by Supsystic.This issue affects Data Tables Generator by Supsystic: from n/a through 1.10.31.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/26/2024
The vulnerability CVE-2024-32829 represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the Supsystic Data Tables Generator plugin, a widely used WordPress plugin for creating and managing data tables. This issue exists in versions ranging from the initial release through 1.10.31, indicating a prolonged period during which the plugin was susceptible to unauthorized access attempts. The vulnerability falls under the category of insufficient authorization checks, which is classified as CWE-285 in the Common Weakness Enumeration framework, highlighting the fundamental failure in access control mechanisms. The affected plugin serves as a data management tool for WordPress sites, allowing users to create interactive tables with various features including sorting, filtering, and data manipulation capabilities.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the plugin's failure to properly validate user permissions before executing sensitive operations. Attackers can exploit this weakness to perform unauthorized actions such as viewing, modifying, or deleting data tables without proper authentication or authorization. This missing authorization check typically occurs in API endpoints or administrative functions where the plugin fails to verify whether the requesting user possesses the necessary privileges to perform the requested operation. The flaw likely exists in the plugin's access control logic, where it either completely bypasses permission checks or relies on insufficient validation mechanisms that can be easily circumvented by malicious actors.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as it creates potential pathways for complete system compromise and data manipulation. An attacker with access to the vulnerable plugin can potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data tables, modify existing configurations, or even inject malicious content into the affected WordPress site. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK tactics including privilege escalation and defense evasion, as attackers can leverage this weakness to move laterally within the system and maintain persistent access. The implications are particularly severe for websites that rely on the plugin for critical data management, as the vulnerability could lead to data corruption, unauthorized modifications, or complete loss of table functionality.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate plugin updates to versions that address the authorization flaw, as Supsystic has likely released patches to resolve the issue. System administrators should implement additional security measures including monitoring for unauthorized access attempts, reviewing user permissions, and conducting thorough security audits of all installed plugins. The vulnerability highlights the importance of proper access control implementation and demonstrates why continuous security testing of third-party plugins is essential for WordPress environments. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts, while adhering to the principle of least privilege to minimize potential damage from any successful attack. The incident underscores the critical need for developers to follow secure coding practices and for users to maintain updated software versions to protect against known vulnerabilities.