What is the severity of CVE-2023-5816?

CVE-2023-5816 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary file reading vulnerabilities.

How do I fix CVE-2023-5816?

To fix CVE-2023-5816, you should update the Code Explorer plugin to the latest version, ensuring you are beyond version 1.4.5.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-5816?

CVE-2023-5816 affects all installations of the Code Explorer plugin for WordPress, specifically versions up to and including 1.4.5.

What types of attacks can CVE-2023-5816 enable?

CVE-2023-5816 can enable attackers to read arbitrary files on the server, potentially exposing sensitive information.

Is CVE-2023-5816 easy to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2023-5816 is relatively easy to exploit due to the lack of restrictions on file access by the plugin.

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CVE-2023-5816

medium

4.9

CWE

30/10/2024

6/11/2024

CVE-2023-5816: Code Explorer <= 1.4.5 - Authenticated (Admin+) External File Reading

First published: Wed Oct 30 2024(Updated: )

The Code Explorer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary external file reading in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.5. This is due to the fact that the plugin does not restrict accessing files to those outside of the WordPress instance, though the intention of the plugin is to only access WordPress related files. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access, to read files outside of the WordPress instance.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Bowo Code Explorer	<=1.4.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5816?
CVE-2023-5816 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary file reading vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5816?
To fix CVE-2023-5816, you should update the Code Explorer plugin to the latest version, ensuring you are beyond version 1.4.5.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-5816?
CVE-2023-5816 affects all installations of the Code Explorer plugin for WordPress, specifically versions up to and including 1.4.5.
What types of attacks can CVE-2023-5816 enable?
CVE-2023-5816 can enable attackers to read arbitrary files on the server, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Is CVE-2023-5816 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2023-5816 is relatively easy to exploit due to the lack of restrictions on file access by the plugin.

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