CVE-2023-5816

Code Explorer <= 1.4.5 - Authenticated (Admin+) External File Reading

Description

The Code Explorer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary external file reading in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.5. This is due to the fact that the plugin does not restrict accessing files to those outside of the WordPress instance, though the intention of the plugin is to only access WordPress related files. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access, to read files outside of the WordPress instance.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: qriouslad Code Explorer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/42ecc4e5-d660-472f-823d-a29b84cdf041?source=cve third party advisory
https://wordpress.org/plugins/code-explorer/#developers product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5816?
CVE-2023-5816 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5816?
To fix CVE-2023-5816, 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-2023-5816 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5816 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-2023-5816?
CVE-2023-5816 affects qriouslad Code Explorer.
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