Vulnerability Description
The 10Web AI Assistant – AI content writing assistant plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the install_plugin AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.18. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to install arbitrary plugins that can be used to gain further access to a compromised site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 10Web | Ai Assistant | < 1.0.19 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3027004/ai-assistant-by-10web/trunkPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/229245a5-468d-47b9-8f2PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3027004/ai-assistant-by-10web/trunkPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/229245a5-468d-47b9-8f2PatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-6985?
CVE-2023-6985 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The 10Web AI Assistant – AI content writing assistant plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the install_plugin AJAX action in all...
How severe is CVE-2023-6985?
CVE-2023-6985 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-2023-6985?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: 10Web Ai Assistant.