Vulnerability Description
The Subscribe2 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access to email functionality due to a missing capability check when sending test emails in versions up to, and including, 10.40. This makes it possible for author-level attackers to send emails with arbitrary content and attachments to site users.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Subscribe2 Project | Subscribe2 | <= 10.40 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/subscribe2/trunk/admin/send-email.phpPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2930676Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c34ce601-5cf9-433f-bc9Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/subscribe2/trunk/admin/send-email.phpPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2930676Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c34ce601-5cf9-433f-bc9Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-1844?
CVE-2023-1844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Subscribe2 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access to email functionality due to a missing capability check when sending test emails in versions up to, and including, 10.40. This...
How severe is CVE-2023-1844?
CVE-2023-1844 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-1844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Subscribe2 Project Subscribe2.