CVE-2023-1472

Description

The RapidLoad Power-Up for Autoptimize plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in versions up to, and including, 1.7.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on its AJAX actions. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to invoke those functions, via forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link. Actions include resetting the API key, accessing or deleting log files, and deleting cache among others.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: shakee93 RapidLoad Power-Up for Autoptimize
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1472?
CVE-2023-1472 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1472?
To fix CVE-2023-1472, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-1472 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-1472 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-1472?
CVE-2023-1472 affects shakee93 RapidLoad Power-Up for Autoptimize.
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