How serious is CVE-2023-36517?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8 out of 10, classified as HIGH severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2023-36517?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2023-36517 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-36517?

CVE-2023-36517 affects kevonadonis wp abstracts. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36517?

To remediate CVE-2023-36517, check for security patches from kevonadonis. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2023-36517

High

|8.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to trick a user into performing actions on their WordPress site without their consent, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or data exposure. It requires the user to be logged into their account and to click on a malicious link while visiting a compromised website.

Technical Description

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Kevon Adonis WP Abstracts plugin <= 2.6.2 versions.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionRequired

Confidentiality ImpactHigh

Integrity ImpactHigh

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

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

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$4,789($1K-$5K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 976 days

Quick Information

Published

Jul 11, 2023

over 2 years ago

Last Modified

Mar 13, 2026

25 days ago

Vendor

kevonadonis

Product

wp abstracts

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