Vulnerability Description
The Wicked Folders plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on the ajax_clone_folder function in versions up to, and including, 2.18.16. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions and above, to invoke this function and perform actions intended for administrators such as modifying the folder structure maintained by the plugin.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wickedplugins | Wicked Folders | <= 2.18.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wicked-folders/tags/2.18.16/lib/classRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&newThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c3728280-3487-4cb2-8e3
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wicked-folders/tags/2.18.16/lib/classRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&newThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c3728280-3487-4cb2-8e3Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-0715?
CVE-2023-0715 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Wicked Folders plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on the ajax_clone_folder function in versions up to, and including, 2.18.16. This makes ...
How severe is CVE-2023-0715?
CVE-2023-0715 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-0715?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wickedplugins Wicked Folders.