CVE-2023-52209

WordPress WPForms User Registration plugin <= 2.1.0 - Authenticated Privilege Escalation vulnerability

Description

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in WPForms, LLC. WPForms User Registration allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects WPForms User Registration: from n/a through 2.1.0.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 2.1.2 or a higher version.

Category

8.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: WPForms, LLC. WPForms User Registration
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wpforms-user-registration/wordpress-wpforms-user-registration-plugin-2-1-0-authenticated-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-52209?
CVE-2023-52209 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-52209?
To fix CVE-2023-52209: Update to 2.1.2 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2023-52209 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-52209 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-2023-52209?
CVE-2023-52209 affects WPForms, LLC. WPForms User Registration.
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