CVE-2023-5843: Ads by datafeedr.com <= 1.1.3 - Unauthenticated (Limited) Remote Code Execution
The Ads by datafeedr.com plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 1.1.3 via the 'dfadsajaxloadads' function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server. The parameters of the callable function are limited, they cannot be specified arbitrarily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5843?
CVE-2023-5843 is a vulnerability in the Ads by datafeedr.com plugin for WordPress that allows remote code execution.
What is the severity level of CVE-2023-5843?
CVE-2023-5843 has a severity level of critical with a severity value of 9.
Which version of the Ads by datafeedr.com plugin for WordPress is affected by CVE-2023-5843?
Versions up to and including 1.1.3 of the Ads by datafeedr.com plugin for WordPress are affected by CVE-2023-5843.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server via the 'dfads_ajax_load_ads' function.
Are there any fixes available for CVE-2023-5843?
Yes, it is recommended to update to versions newer than 1.1.3 to fix CVE-2023-5843.