CVE-2023-5311
Wpvnteam Wp Extra remote code execution
- Published25 Oct 2023
Description
The WP EXtra plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the register() function in versions up to, and including, 6.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions and above, to modify the contents of the .htaccess files located in a site's root directory or /wp-content and /wp-includes folders and achieve remote code execution. CVE-2023-46623 appears to be a duplicate of this issue.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
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Related CVEs
Recent high-severity vulnerabilities sharing a weakness type.
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-5311 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-5311 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.44%.
How severe is CVE-2023-5311?
CVE-2023-5311 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-5311?
Affected products include Wpvnteam Wp Extra.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5311?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Wpvnteam Wp Extra 6.3 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.