What is the severity of CVE-2023-40003?

CVE-2023-40003 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through missing authorization.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40003?

To fix CVE-2023-40003, upgrade WP Project Manager to version 2.6.8 or later.

Which versions of WP Project Manager are affected by CVE-2023-40003?

WP Project Manager versions from n/a through 2.6.7 are affected by CVE-2023-40003.

Can CVE-2023-40003 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2023-40003 can lead to unauthorized access due to its missing authorization vulnerability.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-40003

critical

9.8

CWE

862

13/12/2024

5/2/2025

CVE-2023-40003: WordPress WP Project Manager plugin <= 2.6.7 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Q: What causes CVE-2023-40003?

CVE-2023-40003 is caused by incorrectly configured access control security levels within the WP Project Manager plugin.

First published: Fri Dec 13 2024(Updated: )

Missing Authorization vulnerability in weDevs WP Project Manager allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP Project Manager: from n/a through 2.6.7.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WP Project Manager by WeDevs	<2.6.8
WP Project Manager	<=2.6.7
WP Project Manager	<=2.6.7

Remedy

No patched version is available.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/wedevs-project-manager/vulnerability/wordpress-wp-project-manager-plugin-2-6-7-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40003?
CVE-2023-40003 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through missing authorization.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40003?
To fix CVE-2023-40003, upgrade WP Project Manager to version 2.6.8 or later.
What causes CVE-2023-40003?
CVE-2023-40003 is caused by incorrectly configured access control security levels within the WP Project Manager plugin.
Which versions of WP Project Manager are affected by CVE-2023-40003?
WP Project Manager versions from n/a through 2.6.7 are affected by CVE-2023-40003.
Can CVE-2023-40003 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2023-40003 can lead to unauthorized access due to its missing authorization vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40003?
CVE-2023-40003 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through missing authorization.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40003?
To fix CVE-2023-40003, upgrade WP Project Manager to version 2.6.8 or later.
What causes CVE-2023-40003?
CVE-2023-40003 is caused by incorrectly configured access control security levels within the WP Project Manager plugin.
Which versions of WP Project Manager are affected by CVE-2023-40003?
WP Project Manager versions from n/a through 2.6.7 are affected by CVE-2023-40003.
Can CVE-2023-40003 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2023-40003 can lead to unauthorized access due to its missing authorization vulnerability.