PatchTheCVECVE-2023-5314: The WP EXtra plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access to restricted functionality due to a mi
CVE-2023-5314 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting wp extra. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP EXtra plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access to restricted functionality due to a missing capability check on the 'test-email' section of the register() function in versions up to, and including, 6.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with minimal permissions such as a subscriber, to send emails with arbitrary content to arbitrary locations from the affected site's mail server.
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 | 0.5% (top 60%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-862 |
| Published | 2023-11-22 |
| 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-2023-5314?
wp extra: upgrade to newer than 6.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-5314 being exploited?
CVE-2023-5314 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-2023-5314 affect?
CVE-2023-5314 affects wp extra. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). The WP EXtra plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access to restricted functionality due to a missing capability check on the 'test-email' section of the register() function in versions up to, and including, 6.2. This makes it
How urgent is CVE-2023-5314?
Priority 25/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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