CVE-2023-4214

CVSS 3.1 Score 9.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Nov 18, 2023
Updated: Nov 25, 2023
CWE ID 640

Summary

CVE-2023-4214 is a vulnerability affecting the AppPresser plugin for WordPress. In versions up to 4.2.5, this plugin is susceptible to unauthorized password resets due to the generation of weak reset codes. The issue lies in the lack of an attempt or time limit on the code used to reset passwords, making it easy for malicious actors to exploit this weakness. This vulnerability could potentially lead to unauthorized access to WordPress sites using the AppPresser plugin, posing a significant security risk. Users are advised to update their plugin to the latest version as soon as possible to mitigate this threat.

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