CVE-2023-0156
CVE-2023-0156 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Updraftplus All-in-one Security with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.9. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 20% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.9)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 20% (97th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Updraftplus All-in-one Security
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- Last modified:
Description
The All-In-One Security (AIOS) WordPress plugin before 5.1.5 does not limit what log files to display in it's settings pages, allowing an authorized user (admin+) to view the contents of arbitrary files and list directories anywhere on the server (to which the web server has access). The plugin only displays the last 50 lines of the file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-0156?
- The All-In-One Security (AIOS) WordPress plugin before 5.1.5 does not limit what log files to display in it's settings pages, allowing an authorized user (admin+) to view the contents of arbitrary files and list directories anywhere on the server (to which the web server has access). The plugin only displays the last 50 lines of the file.
- How severe is CVE-2023-0156?
- CVE-2023-0156 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.9, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-0156 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 20% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-0156?
- CVE-2023-0156 affects Updraftplus All-in-one Security. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-0156?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-0156 published?
- CVE-2023-0156 was published on 2023-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:updraftplus:all-in-one_security:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
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