WordPress Easy Digital Downloads Plugin 3.1-3.1.1.4.1 is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation
CVE-2023-30869

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Easy Digital Downloads
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 May 2023

What is CVE-2023-30869?

An improper authentication vulnerability exists in the Easy Digital Downloads plugin, allowing unauthorized users to escalate privileges without proper authentication. This flaw impacts versions 3.1 through 3.1.1.4.1, potentially enabling attackers to gain elevated access and control. Users are advised to update their plugins promptly to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Easy Digital Downloads 3.1 <= 3.1.1.4.1

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/easy-digita...
vdb-entry
https://patchstack.com/articles/critical-easy-digital-dow...
related

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Tien Nguyen Anh (Patchstack Alliance)
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