Vulnerability Description
The Directorist plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to an Insecure Direct Object Reference in versions up to, and including, 7.5.4. This is due to improper validation and authorization checks within the listing_task function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions and above, to delete arbitrary posts. Please note CVE-2023-35052 appears to be a duplicate of this issue.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwax | Directorist | <= 7.5.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2920100/directoristIssue Tracking
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2023/06/critical-security-update-directorist-word
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b47edd57-cac7-463f-88cThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2920100/directoristIssue Tracking
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b47edd57-cac7-463f-88cThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-1889?
CVE-2023-1889 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Directorist plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to an Insecure Direct Object Reference in versions up to, and including, 7.5.4. This is due to improper validation and authorization checks within th...
How severe is CVE-2023-1889?
CVE-2023-1889 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-1889?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpwax Directorist.