CVE-2023-6933: Better Search Replace <= 1.4.4 - Unauthenticated PHP Object Injection

Published Feb 5, 2024
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Updated

The Better Search Replace plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to PHP Object Injection in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.4 via deserialization of untrusted input. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject a PHP Object. No POP chain is present in the vulnerable plugin. If a POP chain is present via an additional plugin or theme installed on the target system, it could allow the attacker to delete arbitrary files, retrieve sensitive data, or execute code.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wpengine Better Search Replace Wordpress<1.4.5
WP Engine Better Search Replace=1.4.4

Event History

Jan 25, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·02:15 PM
Jan 29, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·02:18 PM
Feb 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:21 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6933?

CVE-2023-6933 has a severity rating that can allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit a PHP Object Injection vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-6933?

To fix CVE-2023-6933, update the Better Search Replace plugin to version 1.4.5 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-6933?

Users of the Better Search Replace plugin for WordPress up to version 1.4.4 are affected by CVE-2023-6933.

4

Can CVE-2023-6933 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-6933 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-6933?

CVE-2023-6933 is classified as a PHP Object Injection vulnerability.

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