CVE-2023-23645: WordPress MainWP Code Snippets Extension Plugin <= 4.0.2 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary PHP Code Injection/Execution Vulnerability

Published May 17, 2024
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Updated

Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in MainWP MainWP Code Snippets Extension allows Code Injection.This issue affects MainWP Code Snippets Extension: from n/a through 4.0.2.

Affected Software

3 affected components
MainWP Code Snippets Extension<=4.0.2
WordPress MainWP Code Snippets Extension Plugin<=4.0.2
MainWP Code Snippets Extension Wordpress<4.0.3

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.0.3 or a higher version.

Event History

May 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:30 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23645?

CVE-2023-23645 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for code injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-23645?

To fix CVE-2023-23645, update the MainWP Code Snippets Extension to the latest version beyond 4.0.2.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-23645?

The potential impacts of CVE-2023-23645 include unauthorized code execution and complete system compromise.

4

Which versions of the MainWP Code Snippets Extension are affected by CVE-2023-23645?

CVE-2023-23645 affects all versions of the MainWP Code Snippets Extension prior to and including version 4.0.2.

5

Is the WordPress MainWP Code Snippets Extension Plugin affected by CVE-2023-23645?

Yes, the WordPress MainWP Code Snippets Extension Plugin is affected by CVE-2023-23645 up to version 4.0.2.

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