CVE-2023-40005: WordPress Easy Digital Downloads plugin <= 3.1.5 - Broken Access Control
Published Dec 13, 2024
·Updated
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Syed Balkhi Easy Digital Downloads easy-digital-downloads allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Easy Digital Downloads: from n/a through <= 3.1.5.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Awesomemotive Easy Digital Downloads Wordpress<3.2.0
Easy Digital Downloads Easy Digital Downloads<=3.1.5
WordPress Easy Digital Downloads<=3.1.5
Remediation
Information
Update the WordPress Easy Digital Downloads plugin to the latest available version (at least 3.2.0).
Event History
Dec 13, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40005?
CVE-2023-40005 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on access control.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-40005?
To fix CVE-2023-40005, upgrade Easy Digital Downloads to version 3.2.0 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-40005?
CVE-2023-40005 affects Easy Digital Downloads versions up to 3.1.5.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40005?
CVE-2023-40005 is a missing authorization vulnerability leading to incorrect access control.
5
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2023-40005?
As of now, there are no known public exploits for CVE-2023-40005, but it is advisable to apply the patch.