CVE-2023-5454

Public Exploit
Templately < 2.2.6 - Arbitrary post trashing via Missing Authorization

Description

The Templately WordPress plugin before 2.2.6 does not properly authorize the `saved-templates/delete` REST API call, allowing unauthenticated users to delete arbitrary posts.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.23%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Templately
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1854f77f-e12a-4370-9c44-73d16d493685 third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5454?
CVE-2023-5454 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5454?
To fix CVE-2023-5454, 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-2023-5454 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5454 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-2023-5454?
CVE-2023-5454 affects Unknown Templately.
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