Is CVE-2024-56043 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-56043 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-56043 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-56043 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-56043?

CVE-2024-56043 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-56043

CWE-266Published: December 31, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects WPLMS: from n/a through <= 1.9.9.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The WPLMS plugin contains an incorrect privilege assignment flaw that allows remote attackers to escalate their privileges. This critical vulnerability could lead to a full system compromise if left unpatched.

There is no public exploit currently known, and it is not in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Update the WPLMS plugin to a version later than 1.9.9 to resolve the privilege assignment issue.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-56043 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.