Missing Authorization Vulnerability Affects WP Post Rating Functionality
CVE-2023-25785

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WP Post Rating
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 April 2024

What is CVE-2023-25785?

A vulnerability exists in the WP Post Rating plugin developed by Shoaib Saleem, where missing authorization controls enable users to misuse functionality. This issue allows unauthorized actions and could lead to manipulation of post ratings. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 2.5. It is essential for users of this plugin to be aware of this risk and take appropriate measures to secure their installations against potential misuse.

Affected Version(s)

WP Post Rating <= 2.5

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-post-com...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

yuyudhn (Patchstack Alliance)
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