CVE-2024-31273
CWE-862Published: June 9, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in JS Help Desk JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin.This issue affects JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin: from n/a through 2.8.3.
Risk Analysis
The JS Help Desk plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to a missing authorization flaw, which could allow unauthenticated remote attackers to gain unauthorized access. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this is a critical issue that is remotely exploitable.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
Update the JS Help Desk plugin to the latest version to patch the authorization vulnerability.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-31273 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-31273 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts