CVE-2023-3178

Public Exploit
POST SMTP Mailer < 2.5.7 - Arbitrary Log Deletion via CSRF

Description

The POST SMTP Mailer WordPress plugin before 2.5.7 does not have proper CSRF checks in some AJAX actions, which could allow attackers to make logged in users with the manage_postman_smtp capability delete arbitrary logs via a CSRF attack.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.16%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown POST SMTP Mailer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5341cb5d-d204-49e1-b013-f8959461995f/ product third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3178?
CVE-2023-3178 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3178?
To fix CVE-2023-3178, 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-2023-3178 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-3178 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-3178?
CVE-2023-3178 affects Unknown POST SMTP Mailer.
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