CVE-2023-5525

Public Exploit
Limit Login Attempts Reloaded < 2.25.26 - Admin+ Missing Authorization to Toggle Plugin Auto-Update

Description

The Limit Login Attempts Reloaded WordPress plugin before 2.25.26 is missing authorization on the `toggle_auto_update` AJAX action, allowing any user with a valid nonce to toggle the auto-update status of the plugin.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Limit Login Attempts Reloaded
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/654bad15-1c88-446a-b28b-5a412cc0399d third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5525?
CVE-2023-5525 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5525?
To fix CVE-2023-5525, 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-2023-5525 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5525 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-2023-5525?
CVE-2023-5525 affects Unknown Limit Login Attempts Reloaded.
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