PatchTheCVECVE-2023-0749: The Ocean Extra WordPress plugin before 2.1.3 does not ensure that the template to be loaded via a shortcode i
CVE-2023-0749 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting ocean extra. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Ocean Extra WordPress plugin before 2.1.3 does not ensure that the template to be loaded via a shortcode is actually a template, allowing any authenticated users such as subscriber to retrieve the content of arbitrary posts, such as draft, private or even password protected ones.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 49%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2023-03-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-28 |
Last updated 2026-10-28 · 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-2023-0749?
ocean extra: upgrade to 2.1.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-0749 being exploited?
CVE-2023-0749 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-2023-0749 affect?
CVE-2023-0749 affects ocean extra. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). The Ocean Extra WordPress plugin before 2.1.3 does not ensure that the template to be loaded via a shortcode is actually a template, allowing any authenticated users such as subscriber to retrieve the content of arbitrary posts, such as dra
How urgent is CVE-2023-0749?
Priority 41/100. Public exploit reference
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