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CVE-2023-40211 (GCVE-0-2023-40211)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2023-11-30 15:03 – Updated: 2026-04-28 16:08
VLAI
Title
WordPress Post Grid Plugin <= 2.2.50 is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure
Summary
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor vulnerability in PickPlugins Post Grid Combo – 36+ Gutenberg Blocks.This issue affects Post Grid Combo – 36+ Gutenberg Blocks: from n/a through 2.2.50.
Severity
7.5 (High)
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
CWE
  • CWE-200 - Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
Assigner
References
Impacted products
Vendor Product Version CPE status
PickPlugins Post Grid Combo – 36+ Gutenberg Blocks Affected: n/a , ≤ 2.2.50 (custom)
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Credits
Mika (Patchstack Alliance)
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