PatchTheCVECVE-2023-0447: The My YouTube Channel plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability
CVE-2023-0447 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting my youtube channel. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The My YouTube Channel plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on the clear_all_cache function in versions up to, and including, 3.0.12.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions and above, to clear the plugin's cache.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 52%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-862 |
| Published | 2023-01-23 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2023-0447?
my youtube channel: upgrade to newer than 3.0.12.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-0447 being exploited?
CVE-2023-0447 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2023-0447 affect?
CVE-2023-0447 affects my youtube channel. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). The My YouTube Channel plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on the clear_all_cache function in versions up to, and including, 3.0.12.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attacke
How urgent is CVE-2023-0447?
Priority 27/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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