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CVE-2023-5099

8.8 · HIGH

The HTML filter and csv-file search plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in versions up to, and including, 2.7 via the 'src' attribute of the 'csvsearch' shortcode.

Published Oct 31, 2023CWE-98EPSS 0.85%

Overview

CVE-2023-5099 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 31, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The HTML filter and csv-file search plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in versions up to, and including, 2.7 via the 'src' attribute of the 'csvsearch' shortcode. This allows authenticated attackers, with contributor-level permissions and above, to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refplugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2985200/hk-filter-and-searchRefwww.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ee2b4055-8cbd-49b7-bb0b-eddef85060fc?source=cveRefplugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2985200/hk-filter-and-searchRefwww.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ee2b4055-8cbd-49b7-bb0b-eddef85060fc?source=cve

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-5099?

CVE-2023-5099 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 31, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-5099?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-5099?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-5099?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2023-5099 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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