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CVE-2023-6991

Surniaulula Jsm File Get Contents() Shortcode server-side request forgery (SSRF)

8.8 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.69%
  1. Published15 Jan 2024

Description

The JSM file_get_contents() Shortcode WordPress plugin before 2.7.1 does not validate one of its shortcode's parameters before making a request to it, which could allow users with contributor role and above to perform SSRF attacks.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

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

Affected products

Surniaulula Jsm File Get Contents() Shortcode< 2.7.1

Remediation

Fixed in
Surniaulula Jsm File Get Contents() Shortcode≥ 2.7.1

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-6991 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-6991 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.69%.

How severe is CVE-2023-6991?

CVE-2023-6991 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-6991?

Affected products include Surniaulula Jsm File Get Contents() Shortcode.

How do I fix CVE-2023-6991?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Surniaulula Jsm File Get Contents() Shortcode 2.7.1 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.