CVE-2023-6036
CRITICALCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
49.0%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
The Web3 WordPress plugin before 3.0.0 is vulnerable to an authentication bypass due to incorrect authentication checking in the login flow in functions 'handle_auth_request' and 'hadle_login_request'. This makes it possible for non authenticated attackers to log in as any existing user on the site, such as an administrator, if they have access to the username.
Technical Details
- Published
- 2/12/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6036?
The Web3 WordPress plugin before 3.0.0 is vulnerable to an authentication bypass due to incorrect authentication checking in the login flow in functions 'handle_auth_request' and 'hadle_login_request'. This makes it possible for non authenticated attackers to log in as any existing user on the site, such as an administrator, if they have access to the username.
Is CVE-2023-6036 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2023-6036 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 49.0%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2023-6036?
CVE-2023-6036 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
Is CVE-2023-6036 affecting your environment?
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