CVE-2023-4730: Auth Bypass (CVSS 5.3)

Description

The LadiApp plugn for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the init_endpoint() function hooked via 'init' in versions up to, and including, 4.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify a variety of settings. An attacker can directly modify the 'ladipage_key' which enables them to create new posts on the website and inject malicious web scripts.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-862 Missing Authorization

References

Other References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ladipage/trunk/ladipage.php#L153 https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ladipage/trunk/ladipage.php#L175 https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ladipage/trunk/ladipage.php#L187 https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6c4baf2e-7f5e-4954-88f9-76d32f297aab?source=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-4730? +

The LadiApp plugn for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the init_endpoint() function hooked via 'init' in versions up to, and including, 4.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify a variety of settings. An attacker can directly modify the 'ladipage_key' which enables them to create new posts on the website and inject malicious web scripts. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-4730? +

CVE-2023-4730 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-4730? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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