How severe is CVE-2023-2359?

CVE-2023-2359 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-2359 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-2359?

CVE-2023-2359 affects Themepunch Slider Revolution. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-2359?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2023-2359 published?

CVE-2023-2359 was published on 2023-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-2359

CVE-2023-2359 is a high-severity vulnerability in Themepunch Slider Revolution with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-94
Affected product: Themepunch Slider Revolution
Published: 2023-06-19
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Slider Revolution WordPress plugin through 6.6.12 does not check for valid image files upon import, leading to an arbitrary file upload which may be escalated to Remote Code Execution in some server configurations.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-2359?: The Slider Revolution WordPress plugin through 6.6.12 does not check for valid image files upon import, leading to an arbitrary file upload which may be escalated to Remote Code Execution in some server configurations.
How severe is CVE-2023-2359?: CVE-2023-2359 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-2359 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-2359?: CVE-2023-2359 affects Themepunch Slider Revolution. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2359?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-2359 published?: CVE-2023-2359 was published on 2023-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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