CVE-2015-5623
First published: Mon Aug 03 2015(Updated: )
WordPress before 4.2.3 does not properly verify the edit_posts capability, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and create drafts by leveraging the Subscriber role, as demonstrated by a post-quickdraft-save action to wp-admin/post.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=4.2.2 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.2.3
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/23/18
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3328
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76011
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033037
- https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/33357
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/07/wordpress-4-2-3/
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8111
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5623?
CVE-2015-5623 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5623?
To fix CVE-2015-5623, update WordPress to version 4.2.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-5623?
CVE-2015-5623 affects users of WordPress versions prior to 4.2.3 and Debian Linux 8.0 users.
What does CVE-2015-5623 exploit?
CVE-2015-5623 exploits a vulnerability in the verification of the edit_posts capability, allowing unauthorized draft creation.
When was CVE-2015-5623 disclosed?
CVE-2015-5623 was disclosed in July 2015.
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