Vulnerability Description
The wpDiscuz plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing authorization check on the userRate function in versions up to, and including, 7.6.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to increase or decrease the rating of a post.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gvectors | Wpdiscuz | <= 7.6.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpdiscuz/trunk/utils/class.WpdiscuzHeThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9d09bdab-ffab-44cc-bbaThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpdiscuz/trunk/utils/class.WpdiscuzHeThird Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9d09bdab-ffab-44cc-bbaThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-3998?
CVE-2023-3998 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The wpDiscuz plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing authorization check on the userRate function in versions up to, and including, 7.6.3. This makes i...
How severe is CVE-2023-3998?
CVE-2023-3998 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-3998?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gvectors Wpdiscuz.