CVE-2023-6598

Description

The SpeedyCache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the speedycache_save_varniship, speedycache_img_update_settings, speedycache_preloading_add_settings, and speedycache_preloading_delete_resource functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to update plugin options.

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/db8cfdba-f3b2-45dc-9be7-6f6374fd5f39?source=cve	third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3010577/speedycache	patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6598?: CVE-2023-6598 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6598?: To fix CVE-2023-6598, 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-2023-6598 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6598 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-2023-6598?: CVE-2023-6598 affects softaculous SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance.

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Description

Category

CWE-862 – Missing Authorization

References

Frequently Asked Questions