CVE-2023-4278 (GCVE-0-2023-4278)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2023-09-11 19:46
Modified
2025-04-23 16:16
Summary
The MasterStudy LMS WordPress Plugin WordPress plugin before 3.0.18 does not have proper checks in place during registration allowing anyone to register on the site as an instructor. They can then add courses and/or posts.
Impacted products
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