CVE-2023-22697:Missing Authorization vulnerability in Survey Maker WordPress plugin allows unauthorized access due to incorrectly configured access control.

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The Survey Maker WordPress plugin, versions up to 3.2.0, contains a broken access control vulnerability (CWE-862). The plugin fails to properly implement authorization checks, allowing unauthorized users to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This could potentially allow attackers to access, modify, or delete survey data without proper permissions.

Overview

The vulnerability stems from improper authorization mechanisms in the Survey Maker plugin. When access control is not properly enforced, users with lower privilege levels may be able to perform actions that should be restricted to higher-privilege users. This could include accessing survey results, modifying survey questions, or potentially accessing sensitive data collected through surveys. The issue affects all versions of the Survey Maker plugin up to and including version 3.2.0.

Remediation

Users of the Survey Maker WordPress plugin should immediately update to a version newer than 3.2.0 if available. If an update is not available, consider implementing additional security measures such as:

  1. Temporarily disabling the plugin until a patch is released
  2. Implementing additional access controls at the web server level
  3. Monitoring for suspicious activities related to survey data access
  4. Contacting the plugin developers for a timeline on security patches

References

  • Patchstack Advisory: https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/survey-maker/vulnerability/wordpress-survey-maker-plugin-3-2-0-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
  • CWE-862: Missing Authorization - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/862.html
  • WordPress Plugin Directory: https://wordpress.org/plugins/survey-maker/

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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