CVE-2023-53902

Description

WebsiteBaker 2.13.3 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files by manipulating directory path parameters. Attackers can send crafted GET requests to /admin/media/delete.php with directory traversal sequences to delete files outside the intended directory.

CVSS v3.1 Score

6.5

MEDIUM

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-22 Path Traversal

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
websitebaker	websitebaker	All

References

Exploits

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51554 https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/websitebaker-directory-traversal-via-media-delete-endpoint

Other References

https://websitebaker.org/pages/en/home.php

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-53902? +

WebsiteBaker 2.13.3 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files by manipulating directory path parameters. Attackers can send crafted GET requests to /admin/media/delete.php with directory traversal sequences to delete files outside the intended directory. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-53902? +

CVE-2023-53902 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.5 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-53902? +

CVE-2023-53902 affects products from websitebaker, specifically: websitebaker. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-53902? +

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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