CVE-2023-0255 describes an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Enable Media Replace WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 4.0.2. This flaw allows authenticated authors to upload malicious PHP shells, leading to a high-severity impact with a CVSS score of 8.8. The attack vector is network-based with low complexity, enabling full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation, public exploits, or significant community discussion have been observed, the vulnerability poses a substantial risk if exploited.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 4.0.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:shortpixel:enable_media_replace:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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