CVE-2023-23489
Published: April 11, 2026
Official Description
The Easy Digital Downloads WordPress Plugin, versions 3.1.0.2 & 3.1.0.3, is affected by an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the 's' parameter of its 'edd_download_search' action.
Risk Analysis
An unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability affects the Easy Digital Downloads WordPress Plugin. This flaw is actively exploited in the wild, as confirmed by CISA (is_in_kev: true), posing a significant risk of data breach.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. The SQL injection occurs in the 's' parameter of the 'edd_download_search' action and does not require authentication, making it remotely exploitable.
Update the Easy Digital Downloads WordPress Plugin to a version beyond 3.1.0.3. Ensure all WordPress plugins are kept up-to-date and consider using a web application firewall.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-23489 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2023-23489 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
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Exploit & PoC Resources
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-23489 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1