SureTriggers OttoKit Mayhem: The Privilege Escalation Fiasco of 2025!
SureTriggers OttoKit Plugin 1.0.82 has a privilege escalation vulnerability that could turn any mischievous visitor into an unwanted admin. Just make sure the plugin is uninitialized, and the REST API endpoint is displayed. Voilà—instant admin! Remember, with great power comes great responsibility… or at least a really strong password.
Hot Take:
OttoKit’s privilege escalation vulnerability is like leaving your house keys under the doormat—with a neon sign pointing to it. If you’re running a WordPress site with this plugin, it’s time to lock those doors and maybe rethink your key-hiding strategies.
Key Points:
- SureTriggers OttoKit plugin versions ≤ 1.0.82 are vulnerable to privilege escalation.
- Attackers can exploit this to create admin accounts on affected WordPress sites.
- The vulnerability requires the plugin to be installed but not fully configured.
- Exploitation uses the REST API endpoint ‘/wp-json/sure-triggers/v1/automation/action’.
- Immediate action is recommended for site administrators to mitigate risks.
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