PatchTheCVECVE-2023-7002: The Backup Migration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to OS Command Injection in all versions up to, and inc
CVE-2023-7002 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting backup migration. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Backup Migration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to OS Command Injection in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.9 via the 'url' parameter. This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers, with administrator-level permissions and above, to execute arbitrary commands on the host operating system.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 30.8% (top 2%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2023-12-23 |
| 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-2023-7002?
backup migration: upgrade to 1.4.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-7002 being exploited?
CVE-2023-7002 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-2023-7002 affect?
CVE-2023-7002 affects backup migration. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The Backup Migration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to OS Command Injection in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.9 via the 'url' parameter. This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers, with administrator-level permissions an
How urgent is CVE-2023-7002?
Priority 55/100. High severity; EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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