CVE-2023-27456: WordPress Total theme <= 2.1.19 - Authenticated Arbitrary Plugin Activation

Published Dec 13, 2024
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Updated

Missing Authorization vulnerability in hashthemes Total total allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Total: from n/a through <= 2.1.19.

Affected Software

1 affected component
HashThemes Total (WordPress theme)<=2.1.19

Remediation

Information

Update the WordPress Total theme to the latest available version (at least 2.1.20).

Event History

Dec 13, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:23 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27456?

CVE-2023-27456 is a critical Missing Authorization vulnerability that affects HashThemes Total version 2.1.19 and earlier.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27456?

To fix CVE-2023-27456, update HashThemes Total to the latest version beyond 2.1.19 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-27456?

CVE-2023-27456 may allow unauthorized users to exploit incorrectly configured access controls, potentially leading to unauthorized access and plugin activation.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2023-27456?

Users of HashThemes Total versions up to and including 2.1.19 are affected by CVE-2023-27456.

5

Is CVE-2023-27456 being actively exploited?

There is currently no public information indicating active exploitation of CVE-2023-27456, but it poses serious risk if not patched.

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