CVE-2024-37560
Published: April 11, 2026
Official Description
Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in IqbalRony WP User Switch allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects WP User Switch: from n/a through 1.1.0.
Risk Analysis
A privilege escalation vulnerability exists in IqbalRony WP User Switch due to improper privilege management. Given its inclusion in CISA's KEV and active exploitation, this flaw poses a significant risk to affected systems.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. It is remotely exploitable.
Upgrade WP User Switch to a version newer than 1.1.0 to resolve the privilege escalation vulnerability. Enforce the principle of least privilege for all user accounts.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-37560 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2024-37560 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-37560 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1