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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-1343
CVE-2023-1343:
WordPress vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
The vulnerability CVE-2023-1343 affects the RapidLoad Power-Up for Autoptimize WordPress plugin versions below 1.7.2. The issue stems from missing or incorrect nonce validation on the attach_rule function, which enables unauthenticated attackers to perform unauthorized actions (NVD, WPScan).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a Broken Access Control issue (OWASP Top 10 A5) and is associated with CWE-862. It has received a CVSS score of 4.3 (medium), indicating a moderate severity level (WPScan).
Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to various AJAX actions, including the ability to delete log files and perform other administrative functions. This security flaw potentially compromises the plugin's access control mechanisms (WPScan).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability has been patched in version 1.7.2 of the RapidLoad Power-Up for Autoptimize plugin. Users are advised to update to this version or later to mitigate the security risk (WPScan).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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