CVE-2023-0498: WP Education < 1.2.7 - Arbitrary Plugin Activation via CSRF
First published: Mon Mar 27 2023(Updated: )
The WP Education WordPress plugin before 1.2.7 does not have CSRF check when activating plugins, which could allow attackers to make logged in admins activate arbitrary plugins present on the blog via a CSRF attack
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Hasthemes Wp Education | <1.2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for the WP Education WordPress plugin?
The vulnerability ID for the WP Education WordPress plugin is CVE-2023-0498.
What is the severity level of CVE-2023-0498?
The severity level of CVE-2023-0498 is medium with a severity value of 4.3.
What is the affected software for CVE-2023-0498?
The affected software for CVE-2023-0498 is the WP Education WordPress plugin version up to (exclusive) 1.2.7 by Hasthemes.
What is the vulnerability description of CVE-2023-0498?
CVE-2023-0498 is a vulnerability in the WP Education WordPress plugin that allows attackers to activate arbitrary plugins present on the blog via a CSRF attack.
Is there a reference link for CVE-2023-0498?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-0498 at the following link: [https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/8fa051ad-5b35-46d8-be95-0ac4e73d5eff](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/8fa051ad-5b35-46d8-be95-0ac4e73d5eff)
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