CVE-2023-51475
CWE-434Published: December 29, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in IOSS WP MLM SOFTWARE PLUGIN.This issue affects WP MLM SOFTWARE PLUGIN: from n/a through 4.0.
Risk Analysis
The WP MLM SOFTWARE PLUGIN contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability, which allows attackers to upload malicious files to the server. This critical flaw carries a CVSS score of 9.8 and could lead to remote code execution. It is not currently tracked in the CISA KEV.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Update the WP MLM SOFTWARE PLUGIN to a version beyond 4.0. Ensure that file upload directories are configured to prevent script execution.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-51475 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.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-51475 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts