CVE-2023-5559: 10Web Booster < 2.24.18 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Option Deletion
First published: Mon Nov 27 2023(Updated: )
The 10Web Booster WordPress plugin before 2.24.18 does not validate the option name given to some AJAX actions, allowing unauthenticated users to delete arbitrary options from the database, leading to denial of service.
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 10web 10web Booster | <2.24.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2023-5559.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is '10Web Booster < 2.24.18 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Option Deletion'.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5559?
The severity of CVE-2023-5559 is critical, with a CVSS score of 9.1.
How does CVE-2023-5559 affect the 10Web Booster plugin?
CVE-2023-5559 affects the 10Web Booster WordPress plugin versions up to and excluding 2.24.18.
How can an unauthenticated user exploit CVE-2023-5559?
An unauthenticated user can exploit CVE-2023-5559 by sending a specially crafted AJAX request to delete arbitrary options from the database, resulting in denial of service.
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