CVE-2023-4141: WP Ultimate CSV Importer <= 7.9.8 - Authenticated (Author+) PHP File Creation to Remote Code Execution
The WP Ultimate CSV Importer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 7.9.8 via the '->cus2' parameter. This allows authenticated attackers with author-level permissions or above, if the administrator previously grants access in the plugin settings, to create a PHP file and execute code on the server. The author resolved this vulnerability by removing the ability for authors and editors to import files, please note that this means php file creation is still allowed for site administrators, use the plugin with caution.
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What is vulnerability CVE-2023-4141?
Vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the WP Ultimate CSV Importer plugin for WordPress.
What is the severity of vulnerability CVE-2023-4141?
The severity of vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 is high with a severity value of 8.
How does vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 occur?
Vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 occurs when an authenticated attacker with author-level permissions or above exploits the '->cus2' parameter to execute remote code.
Which versions of the WP Ultimate CSV Importer plugin are affected by vulnerability CVE-2023-4141?
Vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 affects versions up to and including 7.9.8 of the WP Ultimate CSV Importer plugin.
How can the vulnerability CVE-2023-4141 be fixed?
To fix vulnerability CVE-2023-4141, it is recommended to update the WP Ultimate CSV Importer plugin to a version beyond 7.9.8.