PatchTheCVECVE-2023-6066: The WP Custom Widget area WordPress plugin through 1.2.5 does not properly apply capability and nonce checks o
CVE-2023-6066 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting wp custom widget area. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP Custom Widget area WordPress plugin through 1.2.5 does not properly apply capability and nonce checks on any of its AJAX action callback functions, which could allow attackers with subscriber+ privilege to create, delete or modify menus on the site.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
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 | 0.4% (top 67%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-862 |
| Published | 2024-01-15 |
| 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-2023-6066?
wp custom widget area: upgrade to newer than 1.2.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-6066 being exploited?
CVE-2023-6066 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-2023-6066 affect?
CVE-2023-6066 affects wp custom widget area. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). The WP Custom Widget area WordPress plugin through 1.2.5 does not properly apply capability and nonce checks on any of its AJAX action callback functions, which could allow attackers with subscriber+ privilege to create, delete or modify me
How urgent is CVE-2023-6066?
Priority 28/100. Public exploit reference