CVE-2023-51490: WordPress Defender Security Plugin <= 4.1.0 is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure

Published Jan 8, 2024
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Updated

Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor vulnerability in WPMU DEV Defender Security – Malware Scanner, Login Security & Firewall.This issue affects Defender Security – Malware Scanner, Login Security & Firewall: from n/a through 4.1.0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
wpmudev Defender Security Wordpress<=4.1.0

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.2.0 or a higher version.

Event History

Jan 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51490?

CVE-2023-51490 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exposing sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-51490?

To fix CVE-2023-51490, update the WPMU DEV Defender Security plugin to version 4.1.1 or later.

3

What type of information is exposed in CVE-2023-51490?

CVE-2023-51490 may expose sensitive information via log files, which can be accessed by unauthorized actors.

4

Which versions of WPMU DEV Defender Security are affected by CVE-2023-51490?

CVE-2023-51490 affects all versions of WPMU DEV Defender Security from n/a through 4.1.0.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2023-51490?

Users of the WPMU DEV Defender Security plugin prior to version 4.1.1 are potentially impacted by CVE-2023-51490.

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