JCH Optimize vulnerability

What happened

The JCH Optimize WordPress plugin before 6.0.1 does not perform a capability check on one of its authenticated AJAX actions and lets the request choose which internal action runs, allowing any authenticated users such as Subscribers to import arbitrary JCH Optimize WordPress plugin before 6.0.1 settings and store a script that executes in the browser of any visitor or administrator viewing the site.

Affected versions

JCH Optimize: before 6.0.1 (semver) Fixed: See vendor advisory.

Why it matters

Review the vendor advisory and exposure of the affected product to determine operational impact.

Detection & mitigation

• Apply vendor-provided updates or mitigations.
• Review affected product exposure and access logs.