Arbitrary Content Unserialization Vulnerability in Slider Revolution WordPress Plugin by ThemePunch
CVE-2023-6528

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Slider Revolution
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 January 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 15%

What is CVE-2023-6528?

A vulnerability exists in the Slider Revolution WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 6.6.19. The issue arises due to inadequate validation of user roles, allowing individuals with the Author role to unserialize arbitrary content while importing sliders. This flaw could lead to Remote Code Execution, exposing websites to potential attacks and manipulation of server resources. Proper attention to plugin updates and user permissions is essential to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Slider Revolution 0 < 6.6.19

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2023-6528 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/36ced447-84ea-4162-80d2-...
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EPSS Score

15% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

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