CVE-2023-23656

WordPress MainWP File Uploader Extension Plugin <= 4.1 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability

Description

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in MainWP MainWP File Uploader Extension.This issue affects MainWP File Uploader Extension: from n/a through 4.1.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 4.1.1 or a higher version.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.34%
Affected: MainWP MainWP File Uploader Extension
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/mainwp-file-uploader-extension/wordpress-mainwp-file-uploader-extension-plugin-4-1-unauthenticated-arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23656?
CVE-2023-23656 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23656?
To fix CVE-2023-23656: Update to 4.1.1 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2023-23656 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23656 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-2023-23656?
CVE-2023-23656 affects MainWP MainWP File Uploader Extension.
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