CVE-2023-7239

Public Exploit

wp-dashboard-notes < 1.0.11 - Contributor+ Arbitrary Private Notes Update via IDOR

Description

The WP Dashboard Notes WordPress plugin before 1.0.11 does not validate that the user has access to the post_id parameter in its wpdn_update_note AJAX action. This allows users with a role of contributor and above to update notes created by other users.

7.5

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.14%

Affected: Unknown WP Dashboard Notes

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6e6afe50-27f9-41fa-a94b-f44df0850e2c/	vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-7239?: CVE-2023-7239 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-7239?: To fix CVE-2023-7239, 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-2023-7239 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-7239 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-2023-7239?: CVE-2023-7239 affects Unknown WP Dashboard Notes.

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