CVE-2023-6036

Public Exploit
Web3 – Crypto wallet Login & NFT token gating < 3.0.0 - Authentication Bypass

Description

The Web3 WordPress plugin before 3.0.0 is vulnerable to an authentication bypass due to incorrect authentication checking in the login flow in functions 'handle_auth_request' and 'hadle_login_request'. This makes it possible for non authenticated attackers to log in as any existing user on the site, such as an administrator, if they have access to the username.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 40.02% Top 5%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Web3
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7f30ab20-805b-422c-a9a5-21d39c570ee4/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6036?
CVE-2023-6036 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6036?
To fix CVE-2023-6036, 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-2023-6036 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-6036 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~40% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-6036?
CVE-2023-6036 affects Unknown Web3.
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