CVE-2023-23488
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitThe Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin, version < 2.9.8, is affected by an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the 'code' parameter of the '/pmpro/v1/order' REST route.
Published Jan 20, 2023 · Updated Aug 12, 2026 · Also known as 9c7d2321-735a-4b5f-a36d-16375c994d2d
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-23488 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Paid Memberships Pro (Strangerstudios), Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jan 14, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Paid Memberships Pro 2.9.8.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
92%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin, version < 2.9.8, is affected by an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the 'code' parameter of the '/pmpro/v1/order' REST route.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Paid Memberships ProStrangerstudios | See advisory | 2.9.8 |
| Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin | >= < 2.9.8 | n/a |
Patched Releases
Paid Memberships Pro
2.9.8
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 14, 2023
Publicly disclosed
Jan 20, 2023
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2023/23xxx/CVE-2023-23488.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-23488
- advisoryhttps://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-2
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9c7d2321-735a-4b5f-a36d-16375c994d2d?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9c7d2321-735a-4b5f-a36d-16375c994d2d?source=api-scan
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin, version < 2.9.8, is affected by an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the 'code' parameter of the '/pmpro/v1/order' REST route.
Affected: Paid Memberships Pro (Strangerstudios); Paid Memberships Pro WordPress Plugin versions >= < 2.9.8. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jan 14, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Paid Memberships Pro 2.9.8.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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