CVE: CVE-2023-7195
The WP-Reply Notify WordPress plugin through version 1.1 lacks a CSRF check when updating its settings. This vulnerability could allow attackers to exploit the plugin and make changes via a CSRF attack, potentially compromising the integrity of the settings by a logged-in admin.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 4.3 | CVE-2023-7195 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to trick a logged-in admin into clicking a malicious link that triggers a CSRF attack. This could lead to unauthorized changes in the plugin settings without the admin’s consent.
Affected Products
- WP-Reply Notify WordPress plugin (up to version 1.1): This plugin allows users to receive notifications for replies to their comments, but the lack of CSRF protection poses a security risk.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the WP-Reply Notify plugin to the latest version that includes CSRF checks. Additionally, implementing security measures such as using nonce verification for sensitive actions can help prevent CSRF attacks.
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