CVE-2023-4836

Public Exploit
WordPress File Sharing Plugin < 2.0.5 - Subscriber+ Sensitive Data and Files Exposure via IDOR

Description

The WordPress File Sharing Plugin WordPress plugin before 2.0.5 does not check authorization before displaying files and folders, allowing users to gain access to those filed by manipulating IDs which can easily be brute forced

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.28%
Third-Party Advisory cleantalk.org Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WordPress File Sharing Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c17f2534-d791-4fe3-b45b-875777585dc6 third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description
https://research.cleantalk.org/cve-2023-4836-user-private-files-idor-to-sensitive-data-and-private-files-exposure-leak-of-info-poc third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4836?
CVE-2023-4836 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-4836?
To fix CVE-2023-4836, 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-2023-4836 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-4836 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-2023-4836?
CVE-2023-4836 affects Unknown WordPress File Sharing Plugin.
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