CVE-2023-6042: Getwid < 2.0.3 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Email Sending to Admin

Published Jan 8, 2024
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Updated

Any unauthenticated user may send e-mail from the site with any title or content to the admin

Affected Software

1 affected component
MotoPress Getwid Wordpress<2.0.3

Event History

Jan 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6042?

CVE-2023-6042 is a high-severity vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users to send arbitrary emails from the site.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-6042?

To mitigate CVE-2023-6042, update the Motopress Getwid plugin to version 2.0.3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-6042?

CVE-2023-6042 affects versions of Motopress Getwid plugin for WordPress up to 2.0.3.

4

Can CVE-2023-6042 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-6042 can be exploited remotely by any unauthenticated user.

5

What impact does CVE-2023-6042 have on a WordPress site?

CVE-2023-6042 allows attackers to send spam emails posing as the site admin, potentially damaging the site's credibility.

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