8.8
CWE
352
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-50902: WordPress New User Approve Plugin <= 2.5.1 is vulnerable to Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)

First published: Fri Dec 29 2023(Updated: )

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WPExpertsio New User Approve.This issue affects New User Approve: from n/a through 2.5.1.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wpexperts New User Approve<=2.5.1

Remedy

Update to 2.5.2 or a higher version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-50902?

    CVE-2023-50902 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-50902?

    To fix CVE-2023-50902, update the New User Approve plugin to version 2.5.2 or higher.

  • What versions of New User Approve are affected by CVE-2023-50902?

    CVE-2023-50902 affects New User Approve versions from n/a through 2.5.1.

  • Can CVE-2023-50902 lead to unauthorized actions?

    Yes, CVE-2023-50902 can lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of authenticated users.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-50902 until it is patched?

    A recommended workaround for CVE-2023-50902 is to temporarily disable the New User Approve plugin until the update is applied.

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