CVE-2023-3352

Smush – Lazy Load Images, Optimize & Compress Images <= 3.16.4 - Missing Authorization to Resmush List Deletion

Description

The Smush plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized deletion of the resmush list due to a missing capability check on the delete_resmush_list() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with minimal permissions such as a subscriber, to delete the resmush list for Nextgen or the Media Library.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.09%

Affected: wpmudev Smush Image Optimization – Optimize Images | Compress & Lazy Load Images | Convert WebP | Image CDN

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/dfbaa3e4-40c2-41d8-996c-232e27a04b73?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3105107/wp-smushit/trunk/app/class-ajax.php

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3352?: CVE-2023-3352 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3352?: To fix CVE-2023-3352, 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-2023-3352 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-3352 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-2023-3352?: CVE-2023-3352 affects wpmudev Smush Image Optimization – Optimize Images | Compress & Lazy Load Images | Convert WebP | Image CDN.

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