What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-2351?

CVE-2023-2351 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (Medium). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.1%.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2023-2351?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2023-2351. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.1%.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-2351?

Yes, a patch is available for CVE-2023-2351. Update the affected software to the latest version immediately.

Wp Directory Kit CVE-2023-2351

MEDIUM

Missing Authorization (CWE-862)

2023-06-13 security@wordfence.com

Authentication Bypass WordPress Wp Directory Kit

6.5

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

6.5 MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

Low

Availability

Low

Lifecycle Timeline

Patch released

Apr 08, 2026 - 18:22 nvd

Patch available

PoC Detected

Apr 08, 2026 - 18:18 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Jun 13, 2023 - 02:15 nvd

MEDIUM 6.5

DescriptionCVE.org

The WP Directory Kit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_admin' function in versions up to, and including, 1.2.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with subscriber-level permissions or above to delete or change plugin settings, import demo data, delete Directory Kit related posts and terms, and install arbitrary plugins. A partial patch was introduced in version 1.2.0.

AnalysisAI

The WP Directory Kit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_admin' function in versions up to, and. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Missing Authorization (CWE-862), which allows attackers to access resources or perform actions without proper authorization checks. The WP Directory Kit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to a missing capability check on the 'ajax_admin' function in versions up to, and including, 1.2.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with subscriber-level permissions or above to delete or change plugin settings, import demo data, delete Directory Kit related posts and terms, and install arbitrary plugins. A partial patch was introduced in version 1.2.0. Affected products include: Wpdirectorykit Wp Directory Kit. Version information: version 1.2.0..

RemediationAI

A vendor patch is available. Apply the latest security update as soon as possible. Implement role-based access control, validate authorization on every request server-side, apply principle of least privilege.