Is CVE-2024-56044 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-56044 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-56044 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-56044 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-56044?

CVE-2024-56044 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-56044

CWE-288Published: December 31, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Authentication Bypass.This issue affects WPLMS: from n/a through <= 1.9.9.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

An authentication bypass vulnerability in the WPLMS plugin allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to the system. With a critical 9.8 CVSS score, this flaw represents a significant security risk for any WordPress site running the affected versions.

No public exploit is currently known, and the vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Update the WPLMS plugin to a version beyond 1.9.9 to patch the authentication bypass flaw.

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-2024-56044 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.