CVE-2023-0816
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2023-0816 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Formidable Forms WordPress plugin before 6.1 uses several potentially untrusted headers to determine the IP address of the client, leading to IP Address spoofing and bypass of anti-spam protections.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Formidable Forms WordPress plugin before 6.1 uses several potentially untrusted headers to determine the IP address of the client, leading to IP Address spoofing and bypass of anti-spam protections.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Strategy11 | Formidable Form Builder | < 6.1 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a281f63f-e295-4666-8a08-01b23cd5a744Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a281f63f-e295-4666-8a08-01b23cd5a744Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0816?
The Formidable Forms WordPress plugin before 6.1 uses several potentially untrusted headers to determine the IP address of the client, leading to IP Address spoofing and bypass of anti-spam protections.
How severe is CVE-2023-0816?
CVE-2023-0816 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0816?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2023-0816?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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