CVE-2024-34815 in Import and Export Users and Customers Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 06/11/2024
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Javier Carazo Import and export users and customers import-users-from-csv-with-meta.This issue affects Import and export users and customers: from n/a through <= 1.26.5.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/02/2026
The CVE-2024-34815 vulnerability represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the Import and export users and customers plugin version 1.26.5 and earlier. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-863 category of "Incorrect Authorization" which specifically addresses situations where the system fails to properly verify that an actor is authorized to perform a requested operation. The issue manifests in a web application environment where user import functionality is exposed without proper access controls, creating a significant security risk for organizations relying on this plugin for customer and user management operations. The vulnerability affects a specific range of versions, indicating that the issue was introduced at some point and potentially patched in later releases, though the exact patch timeline is not specified in the brief description.
The technical flaw occurs when the plugin's import-users-from-csv-with-meta functionality fails to validate user permissions before executing user import operations. This missing authorization check allows unauthorized actors to potentially import user accounts with elevated privileges or access sensitive customer data through CSV import mechanisms. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it directly impacts user and customer data management systems, which typically contain sensitive personal information, access credentials, and business-critical data. Attackers could exploit this weakness to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, potentially leading to privilege escalation or data breaches. The absence of proper authorization validation means that any user with access to the import functionality could execute operations that should be restricted to administrators or authorized personnel only.
Operationally, this vulnerability creates substantial risk for organizations using the affected plugin, particularly those in regulated industries where user access control and data protection are paramount. The impact extends beyond simple unauthorized access to include potential data integrity violations, as malicious actors could import corrupted or malicious user data that might compromise system functionality or security posture. Organizations may face compliance violations under frameworks such as gdpr, hipaa, or pci dss if customer data is compromised through this vulnerability. The risk is amplified in multi-tenant environments or systems where user import functionality is exposed to various user roles, as the vulnerability could enable attackers to escalate privileges or gain access to data belonging to other users or customers within the same system. This type of vulnerability often serves as an entry point for more sophisticated attacks, as it provides an initial foothold that attackers can leverage to explore and exploit additional system weaknesses.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-34815 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected plugin to version 1.26.6 or later, assuming such a release addresses the authorization flaw. Organizations should also implement network segmentation to restrict access to the import functionality, ensuring that only authorized administrators can access these features. Additional defensive measures include implementing proper input validation for CSV import files, enforcing role-based access controls, and conducting regular security audits of plugin configurations. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078.004 which covers "Valid Accounts: Cloud Accounts" and represents a potential pathway for attackers to establish persistent access through legitimate user import mechanisms. Security teams should also monitor for unusual import activity patterns and implement logging controls to track user import operations, which can help detect potential exploitation attempts. Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of web applications should include verification of authorization controls within data import and export functionalities to prevent similar issues from arising in other system components.