Description
WordPress is prone to a security bypass vulnerability. Exploiting this issue could allow an attacker to perform otherwise restricted actions and subsequently read draft posts before they have been published. WordPress version 2.3.1 is vulnerable; prior versions may also be affected.
Remediation
Update to WordPress version 2.3.2 or latest
References
https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/5487
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/485160
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