CVE-2023-4521 Import XML and RSS Feeds < 2.1.5 - Unauthenticated RCE
Unauthenticated attackers can execute arbitrary code via a web shell left in the Import XML and RSS Feeds WordPress plugin.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-4521?
CVE-2023-4521 is a critical code injection vulnerability in Unknown Import XML and RSS Feeds, published on 25 Sep 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The Import XML and RSS Feeds WordPress plugin before 2.1.5 contains a web shell, allowing unauthenticated attackers to perform RCE. The plugin/vendor was not compromised and the files are the result of running a PoC for a previously reported issue (https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d4220025-2272-4d5f-9703-4b2ac4a51c42) and not deleting the created files when releasing the new version.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-4521?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Mooveagency Import Xml and Rss Feeds.
How do I fix CVE-2023-4521?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-4521 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and never evaluate templates, expressions or code built from user input. More about Code injection.
Is CVE-2023-4521 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-4521 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Nuclei template.
Other vulnerabilities in Unknown Import XML and RSS Feeds
Sources
Also known as GHSA-2j3g-p2x2-c94q.