PatchTheCVECVE-2024-2544: The Popup Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due
CVE-2024-2544 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.4) affecting popup builder. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Popup Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to a missing capability check on all AJAX actions. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to perform multiple unauthorized actions, such as deleting subscribers, and importing subscribers to conduct stored cross-site scripting attacks.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.4 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 81%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-862 |
| Published | 2024-06-15 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-2544?
popup builder: upgrade to 4.3.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-2544 being exploited?
CVE-2024-2544 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-2544 affect?
CVE-2024-2544 affects popup builder. Severity is high (CVSS 7.4). The Popup Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to a missing capability check on all AJAX actions. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level acce
How urgent is CVE-2024-2544?
Priority 31/100. High severity
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