CVE-2023-5448
CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-5448 is a vulnerability found in the WP Register Profile With Shortcode plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 3.5.9. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to reset a user's password through Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) by exploiting missing or incorrect nonce validation on the update_password_validate function. The attack can be carried out by tricking the user into performing an action, such as clicking on a malicious link. The impact of this vulnerability is considered high, with a base severity score of 8.8 out of 10, as it can lead to unauthorized access and potential compromise of confidential information within an organization. To remediate the issue, users should update the plugin to a version that includes proper nonce validation.
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