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CVE-2023-6316

Mw Wp Form Project Mw Wp Form remote code execution

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 1.44%
  1. Published11 Jan 2024

Description

The MW WP Form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the '_single_file_upload' function in versions up to, and including, 5.0.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Mw Wp Form Project Mw Wp Form≤ 5.0.1

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-6316 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-6316 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.44%.

How severe is CVE-2023-6316?

CVE-2023-6316 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-6316?

Affected products include Mw Wp Form Project Mw Wp Form.

How do I fix CVE-2023-6316?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.