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CVE-2023-6846

8.8 · HIGH

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.4 via the mk_check_filemanager_php_syntax AJAX function.

Published Feb 5, 2024CWE-94EPSS 15.87%

Overview

CVE-2023-6846 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 5, 2024 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 File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.4 via the mk_check_filemanager_php_syntax AJAX function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to execute code on the server. Version 8.3.5 introduces a capability check that prevents users lower than admin from executing this function.

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

GitHubgist.github.com/Kun19/046b2b305cac5f2edd38037984c2e8e3Refwww.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1e8e0257-a745-495f-a103-c032b95209fc?source=cveGitHubgist.github.com/Kun19/046b2b305cac5f2edd38037984c2e8e3Refwww.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1e8e0257-a745-495f-a103-c032b95209fc?source=cve

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-6846?

CVE-2023-6846 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 5, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-6846?

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-2023-6846?

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-2023-6846?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2023-6846 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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