CVE-2023-4521
Import XML and RSS Feeds < 2.1.5 - Unauthenticated RCE
Published: Sep 25, 2023Updated: Apr 23, 2025 Sources: CVE List NVD
9.8CVSSCRITICAL
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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.
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAttack VectorNetwork
AC:LAttack ComplexityLow
PR:NPrivileges RequiredNone
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:UScopeUnchanged
Impact
C:HConfidentialityHigh
I:HIntegrityHigh
A:HAvailabilityHigh
Affected Products
Exploitability
1 exploit source identified
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Timeline
Published
Sep 25, 2023
Last Updated
Apr 23, 2025
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