CVE-2023-5506

Summary

CVE-2023-5506 is a vulnerability affecting the ImageMapper plugin for WordPress. The issue lies in the 'imgmap_delete_area_ajax' function, which lacks adequate capability checks. This flaw allows authenticated attackers, including those with subscriber-level permissions, to delete arbitrary posts and pages. The absence of proper checks on this function can lead to unintended data loss. WordPress users are advised to update the ImageMapper plugin to a version beyond 1.2.6 to mitigate this risk.

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