Vulnerability Description
The EmbedPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'admin_post_remove' and 'remove_private_data' functions in versions up to, and including, 3.8.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with subscriber privileges or above, to delete plugin settings.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpdeveloper | Embedpress | <= 3.8.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/embedpress/tags/3.8.2/EmbedPress/ThirPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/embedpress/tags/3.8.2/EmbedPress/ThirPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2950211/embedpress#file18Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5fa2ec9e-2859-4a96-9e3Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/embedpress/tags/3.8.2/EmbedPress/ThirPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/embedpress/tags/3.8.2/EmbedPress/ThirPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2950211/embedpress#file18Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5fa2ec9e-2859-4a96-9e3Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-4282?
CVE-2023-4282 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The EmbedPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'admin_post_remove' and 'remove_private_data' functions in versions up to, and i...
How severe is CVE-2023-4282?
CVE-2023-4282 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-2023-4282?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpdeveloper Embedpress.