MEDIUM
CVE-2023-4281
Published: September 25, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
This Activity Log WordPress plugin before 2.8.8 retrieves client IP addresses from potentially untrusted headers, allowing an attacker to manipulate its value. This may be used to hide the source of malicious traffic.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-4281 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
activity_log_project1 product(s)
activity log
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f5ea6c8a-6b07-4263-a1be-dd033f078d49Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f5ea6c8a-6b07-4263-a1be-dd033f078d49Exploit · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-4281
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 25, 2023
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-4281 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.