What is the severity of CVE-2023-25050?

The severity of CVE-2023-25050 is considered high due to its potential for absolute path traversal and unauthorized file access.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25050?

To fix CVE-2023-25050, update Shortcodes Ultimate to version 5.12.7 or later.

What versions of Shortcodes Ultimate are affected by CVE-2023-25050?

CVE-2023-25050 affects Shortcodes Ultimate versions from n/a up to and including 5.12.6.

What is the impact of CVE-2023-25050?

The impact of CVE-2023-25050 includes the potential for attackers to access sensitive files by exploiting path traversal vulnerabilities.

Who is the vendor of the affected product for CVE-2023-25050?

The vendor of the affected product for CVE-2023-25050 is Vova Anokhin.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-25050

high

7.1

CWE

17/5/2024

2/8/2024

CVE-2023-25050: WordPress Shortcodes Ultimate plugin <= 5.12.6 - Arbitrary File Download vulnerability

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Vova Anokhin Shortcodes Ultimate allows Absolute Path Traversal.This issue affects Shortcodes Ultimate: from n/a through 5.12.6.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Shortcodes Ultimate by Vova Anokhin	>n/a<=5.12.6
Shortcodes Ultimate	<=5.12.6

Remedy

Update to 5.12.7 or a higher version.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/shortcodes-ultimate/wordpress-shortcodes-ultimate-plugin-5-12-6-arbitrary-file-download-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-25050?
The severity of CVE-2023-25050 is considered high due to its potential for absolute path traversal and unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25050?
To fix CVE-2023-25050, update Shortcodes Ultimate to version 5.12.7 or later.
What versions of Shortcodes Ultimate are affected by CVE-2023-25050?
CVE-2023-25050 affects Shortcodes Ultimate versions from n/a up to and including 5.12.6.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-25050?
The impact of CVE-2023-25050 includes the potential for attackers to access sensitive files by exploiting path traversal vulnerabilities.
Who is the vendor of the affected product for CVE-2023-25050?
The vendor of the affected product for CVE-2023-25050 is Vova Anokhin.

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