CVE-2023-5355

Public Exploit
Awesome Support < 6.1.5 - Submitter+ Arbitrary File Deletion

Description

The Awesome Support WordPress plugin before 6.1.5 does not sanitize file paths when deleting temporary attachment files, allowing a ticket submitter to delete arbitrary files on the server.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.21%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Awesome Support
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d6f7faca-dacf-4455-a837-0404803d0f25 third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5355?
CVE-2023-5355 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5355?
To fix CVE-2023-5355, 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-2023-5355 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5355 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-2023-5355?
CVE-2023-5355 affects Unknown Awesome Support.
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