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CVE-2023-3371

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.44%

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CVE-2023-3371 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The EmbedPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure due to hardcoded encryption key on the 'lock_content_form_handler' and 'display_password_form' function in versions up to, and including, 3.7.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to decrypt and view the password protected content.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The EmbedPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure due to hardcoded encryption key on the 'lock_content_form_handler' and 'display_password_form' function in versions up to, and including, 3.7.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to decrypt and view the password protected content.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability
0.44%

35.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WpdeveloperEmbedpress<= 3.7.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-3371?
The EmbedPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure due to hardcoded encryption key on the 'lock_content_form_handler' and 'display_password_form' function in versions up to, and including, 3.7.3. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to decrypt and view the password protected content.
How severe is CVE-2023-3371?
CVE-2023-3371 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-3371?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST