Vulnerability Description
The WP Register Profile With Shortcode plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in versions up to, and including, 3.5.9. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the update_password_validate function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to reset a user's password via a forged request granted they can trick the user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aviplugins | Wp Register Profile With Shortcode | <= 3.5.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3018102Patch
- https://research.cleantalk.org/cve-2023-5448-wp-register-profile-with-shortcode-
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ca564941-4780-4da2-b93ProductThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3018102Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ca564941-4780-4da2-b93ProductThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-5448?
CVE-2023-5448 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The WP Register Profile With Shortcode plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in versions up to, and including, 3.5.9. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on...
How severe is CVE-2023-5448?
CVE-2023-5448 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-5448?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Aviplugins Wp Register Profile With Shortcode.