CVE-2023-2716
First published: Sat May 20 2023(Updated: )
The Groundhogg plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data and modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_upload_file' function in versions up to, and including, 2.7.9.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload a file to the contact, and then lists all the other uploaded files related to the contact.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Groundhogg Groundhogg | <=2.7.9.8 |
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Reference Links
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/groundhogg/tags/2.7.9.8/admin/contacts/contacts-page.php#L458
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2914493/groundhogg/tags/2.7.10/admin/contacts/contacts-page.php
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3c5bde0e-3138-4995-92ae-6deaf6b7be5b?source=cve
Frequently Asked Questions
What is vulnerability CVE-2023-2716?
Vulnerability CVE-2023-2716 is a vulnerability in the Groundhogg plugin for WordPress that allows unauthorized access and modification of data.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-2716?
The severity of CVE-2023-2716 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How does vulnerability CVE-2023-2716 occur?
Vulnerability CVE-2023-2716 occurs due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_upload_file' function in versions up to, and including, 2.7.9.8 of the Groundhogg plugin for WordPress.
Who is affected by vulnerability CVE-2023-2716?
Users of the Groundhogg plugin for WordPress versions up to, and including, 2.7.9.8 are affected by vulnerability CVE-2023-2716.
How can vulnerability CVE-2023-2716 be mitigated?
To mitigate vulnerability CVE-2023-2716, users should update to a version higher than 2.7.9.8 of the Groundhogg plugin for WordPress.
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