PatchTheCVECVE-2023-0766: The Newsletter Popup WordPress plugin through 1.2 does not have CSRF checks in some places, which could allow
CVE-2023-0766 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting newsletter popup. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Newsletter Popup WordPress plugin through 1.2 does not have CSRF checks in some places, which could allow attackers to make logged in users perform unwanted actions via CSRF attacks as the wp_newsletter_show_localrecord page is not protected with a nonce.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 67%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2023-05-30 |
| 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-2023-0766?
newsletter popup: upgrade to newer than 1.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-0766 being exploited?
CVE-2023-0766 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-2023-0766 affect?
CVE-2023-0766 affects newsletter popup. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The Newsletter Popup WordPress plugin through 1.2 does not have CSRF checks in some places, which could allow attackers to make logged in users perform unwanted actions via CSRF attacks as the wp_newsletter_show_localrecord page is not prot
How urgent is CVE-2023-0766?
Priority 44/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
Software pages
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