CVE-2023-5003: active directory integration \/ ldap integration vulnerability

What is known

The Active Directory Integration / LDAP Integration WordPress plugin before 4.1.10 stores sensitive LDAP logs in a buffer file when an administrator wants to export said logs. Unfortunately, this log file is never removed, and remains accessible to any users knowing the URL to do so.

Business impact

Successful exploitation of CVE-2023-5003, a high vulnerability (CVSS 7.5) affecting active directory integration \/ ldap integration, may affect the confidentiality, integrity or availability of the vulnerable environment. The exact impact depends on the installed version, exposed interfaces and deployment configuration.

Recommended administrator action

Confirm whether active directory integration \/ ldap integration is present and compare installed versions with the vendor advisory and NVD record. Apply the vendor patch or documented mitigation; until remediation is complete, reduce exposure of affected interfaces, review relevant logs and monitor for indicators of exploitation. DataHouse can support version verification, managed patching, network exposure reduction, log review and backup validation for dedicated, cloud and colocated environments.

Sources

• NVD
• Reference