CVE-2023-4469: Profile Extra Fields by BestWebSoft <= 1.2.7 - Missing Authorization to Sensitive Information Exposure

Published Oct 6, 2023
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Updated

The Profile Extra Fields by BestWebSoft plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the prflxtrfldsexportfile function in versions up to, and including, 1.2.7. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to expose potentially sensitive user data, including data entered into custom fields.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Bestwebsoft Profile Extra Fields Wordpress<=1.2.7

Event History

Oct 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:31 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2023-4469.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-4469?

CVE-2023-4469 has a severity level of medium (5.3).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-4469?

Versions up to and including 1.2.7 of the Profile Extra Fields by BestWebSoft plugin for WordPress are affected by CVE-2023-4469.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2023-4469?

CVE-2023-4469 allows unauthenticated attackers to potentially access sensitive data.

5

What is the recommended solution for CVE-2023-4469?

To mitigate CVE-2023-4469, it is recommended to update the Profile Extra Fields by BestWebSoft plugin for WordPress to a version beyond 1.2.7 or apply the available patches.

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