CVE-2024-39635 in Youzify Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/01/2024
Missing Authorization vulnerability in KaineLabs Youzify allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Youzify: from n/a through 1.2.6.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/29/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-39635 represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the KaineLabs Youzify plugin, specifically impacting versions ranging from an unspecified starting point through 1.2.6. This security weakness resides in the plugin's access control configuration, creating a scenario where unauthorized users can potentially exploit incorrect security level implementations to gain elevated privileges or access restricted functionality. The issue manifests as a failure in proper authorization checks, allowing attackers to bypass intended security boundaries and operate within the system with unauthorized access rights.
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 ATT&CK framework categorizes this under privilege escalation techniques, where adversaries exploit misconfigurations to elevate their access rights within a system. The Youzify plugin's failure to enforce proper access controls creates a pathway for attackers to manipulate the application's security model and potentially access sensitive data or functionality that should be restricted to authorized users only.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it can enable attackers to perform actions that compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the affected system. Depending on the specific implementation details of the Youzify plugin, this could allow unauthorized users to modify user permissions, access private content, manipulate data, or potentially execute arbitrary code within the application's context. The vulnerability's scope is particularly concerning given that it affects a widely used plugin, potentially exposing numerous systems to exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-39635 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected Youzify plugin to version 1.2.7 or later, as this would address the underlying authorization flaw. System administrators should also conduct thorough access control reviews to identify any unauthorized changes that may have occurred during the period when the vulnerability was present. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and ensuring that all access control checks are properly enforced through multiple verification layers can help prevent similar issues in the future. Organizations should also consider implementing network segmentation and monitoring solutions to detect and respond to unauthorized access attempts. The vulnerability highlights the importance of proper security testing and code review processes during plugin development, particularly focusing on authorization logic implementation and ensuring that all security controls are properly configured and validated against industry standards such as those defined by the Open Web Application Security Project.