CVE-2023-35039

WordPress Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API Plugin <= 0.0.15 is vulnerable to Broken Authentication

Description

Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts vulnerability in Be Devious Web Development Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API allows Authentication Abuse.This issue affects Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API: from n/a through 0.0.15.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 0.0.16 or a higher version.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.89% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Be Devious Web Development Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/bdvs-password-reset/wordpress-password-reset-with-code-for-wordpress-rest-api-plugin-0-0-15-privilege-escalation-due-to-weak-pin-generation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-35039?
CVE-2023-35039 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-35039?
To fix CVE-2023-35039: Update to 0.0.16 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2023-35039 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-35039 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-35039?
CVE-2023-35039 affects Be Devious Web Development Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API.
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