CVE-2023-5098
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CVE-2023-5098 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Campaign Monitor Forms by Optin Cat WordPress plugin before 2.5.6 does not prevent users with low privileges (like subscribers) from overwriting any options on a site with the string "true", which could lead to a variety of outcomes, including DoS.. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Campaign Monitor Forms by Optin Cat WordPress plugin before 2.5.6 does not prevent users with low privileges (like subscribers) from overwriting any options on a site with the string "true", which could lead to a variety of outcomes, including DoS.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fatcatapps | Campaign Monitor Optin Cat | < 2.5.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3167a83c-291e-4372-a42e-d842205ba722Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3167a83c-291e-4372-a42e-d842205ba722Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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