CVE-2023-2068

Public Exploit

File Manager Advanced Shortcode <= 2.3.2 - Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution through shortcode

Description

The File Manager Advanced Shortcode WordPress plugin through 2.3.2 does not adequately prevent uploading files with disallowed MIME types when using the shortcode. This leads to RCE in cases where the allowed MIME type list does not include PHP files. In the worst case, this is available to unauthenticated users.

9.8

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 64.66% Top 5%

Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown file-manager-advanced-shortcode

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/58f72953-56d2-4d86-a49b-311b5fc58056	third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/173735/WordPress-File-Manager-Advanced-Shortcode-2.3.2-Remote-Code-Execution.html	third party advisory vdb entry exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2068?: CVE-2023-2068 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2068?: To fix CVE-2023-2068, 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-2023-2068 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-2068 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~65% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-2068?: CVE-2023-2068 affects Unknown file-manager-advanced-shortcode.

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