CVE-2023-35037
📛 CVE Title
WordPress Surfer plugin <= 1.3.2.357 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Surfer Surfer surferseo allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Surfer: from n/a through <= 1.3.2.357.
Overview
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Assigner (CNA)
- Patchstack
- CVSS severity
- HIGH
- CVSS score
- 7.6 / 10
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L- Effective score
- 7.6 / 10 HIGH source: CNA overview
- CWE(s)
-
CWE-862 - Reserved
- 2023-06-12
- Published
- 2024-12-13 15:23 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-04-29 11:51 UTC
- Source
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2023/35xxx/CVE-2023-35037.json
- Linked Threat
- CVE-2023-35037 — Surfer <= 1.3.2.357 - Missing Authorization
European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD
ENISA's official EU repository for curated vulnerability intelligence. Carries a separate identifier (EUVD-YYYY-NNNN) and frequently exposes an earlier-published description + CVSS than NVD does.
- EUVD ID
-
EUVD-2023-39074 - Assigner
- Patchstack
- Published
- Dec 13, 2024, 2:23:38 PM
- Updated
- Apr 29, 2026, 9:51:49 AM
- EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1)
-
7.6 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L - EUVD-reported EPSS
- 0.1900
- Vendors
- Surfer
- Products
-
Surfer (0 ≤1.3.2.357)Surfer (n/a ≤1.3.2.357)
- Aliases
-
GHSA-6rjq-282f-p3mr
ENISA description: Missing Authorization vulnerability in Surfer Surfer surferseo allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Surfer: from n/a through <= 1.3.2.357.
Affected products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfer | Surfer |
0 (affected)
|
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Vendor references (1)
References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.
Web references (5)
DuckDuckGo results ranked by threat-intel / vendor advisory domains. Generated by the 🔎 Find references (web) button above — same flow as the Remediations search.
- http://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/862.html rapid7:cwe.mitre.org
- https://attackerkb.com/topics/CVE-2023-35037 rapid7:attackerkb.com
- https://euvd.enisa.europa.eu/vulnerability/EUVD-2023-39074 rapid7:euvd.enisa.europa.eu
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2023-35037 rapid7:www.cve.org
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c06f9f6d-3cd0-4700-834b-435a99983453?source=api-prod rapid7:www.wordfence.com
Indicators (2)
IOCs linked to the auto-promoted Threat row.
| Type | Value | VirusTotal | Attached |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain |
levels.this
|
no local data | 2026-05-18 21:19 UTC |
| cve |
CVE-2023-35037
|
no local data | 2026-06-06 14:58 UTC |
Remediations (21)
Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.
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web:github.com
This means systems relying solely on eIBRS for Spectre V2 mitigation may not be fully protected without the microcode fix . Mitigation requires a microcode update (intel-microcode 20250512+) that fixes the asynchronous branch predictor update timing so that eIBRS and IBPB work as originally intended. No kernel changes are required.
2026-06-16 12:15 UTC -
web:access.redhat.com
Learn about our open source products, services, and company. You are here
2026-06-16 12:15 UTC -
web:www.oracle.com
This Critical Patch Update contains 318 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at January 2025 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.
2026-06-16 12:15 UTC -
web:www.ibm.com
A list of recent, recommended, generally available (GA) updates for IBM WebSphere Application Server releases. Fix packs are cumulative. When a prerequisite or co-requisite fix pack is recommended, that specific fix pack or a later fix pack can be applied. For example, if fix pack 9.0.5.5 is required, applying fix pack 9.0.5.5, 9.0.5.6, or a later fix pack is valid.
2026-06-16 12:15 UTC -
web:www.cisa.gov
Organizations should consider additional attack vectors and mitigation strategies based on their unique environment. Contact To schedule a Risk and Vulnerability Assessment, contact central@cisa.dhs.gov .
2026-06-16 12:15 UTC -
Wordfence remediation: Surfer – WordPress PluginWordfence
Update to version 1.3.3.379, or a newer patched version
2026-06-06 14:58 UTC -
web:github.com
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2026-05-22 06:42 UTC -
web:federalnewsnetwork.com
CISA this year has already started accelerating the deadlines for agencies to patch software bugs posted to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
2026-05-22 06:42 UTC -
web:cyberpress.org
The urgent patch highlights the severity of the issue, as out-of-band releases are reserved for actively exploitable or high-risk flaws requiring immediate attention. Vulnerability Overview The flaw, tracked as CVE -2026-40372, was introduced as a regression during the .NET 10.0.6 Patch Tuesday update.
2026-05-22 06:42 UTC -
web:www.nist.gov
NIST maintains the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), a repository of information on software and hardware flaws that can compromise computer security. This is a key piece of the nation's cybersecurity infrastructure.
2026-05-22 06:42 UTC -
web:www.notebookcheck.net
Microsoft confirmed that its April 2026 security updates, including KB5082063 and KB5083769, are triggering BitLocker recovery prompts on some Windows Server 2025, Windows 11, and Windows 10 devices.
2026-05-22 06:42 UTC -
web:community.oracle.com
The patch for Oracle version 19c (19.27) for Windows 32/64-bit (37532350) says - "Details for Patch 37532350 not found". According to the below article, it says it was released on the 15th April 2025.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:www.cve.org
At cve .org, we provide the authoritative reference method for publicly known information-security vulnerabilities and exposures
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:www.pcworld.com
This month's Patch Tuesday includes an actively exploited Office zero-day vulnerability and several critical RCE bugs in Windows and Remote Desktop.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:www.ninjaone.com
Catalog of Microsoft KB updates with insights on performance & user sentiment. Find out what's working, what's not, & make informed decisions.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:www.prajwaldesai.com
Discover effective methods to repair SCCM client agent, including PowerShell scripts, command line, Right-Click Tools, and Advanced Insights for seamless troubleshooting.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:attack.mitre.org
This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Regular Operating System Updates Implementation: Apply the latest Windows security updates monthly using WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) or a similar patch management solution. Configure systems to check for updates automatically and schedule reboots during maintenance ...
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:gbhackers.com
Microsoft has issued an emergency out-of-band security update to address a severe vulnerability within the .NET framework.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:nvd.nist.gov
The NVD is the U.S. government repository of standards based vulnerability management data represented using the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP). This data enables automation of vulnerability management, security measurement, and compliance. The NVD includes databases of security checklist references, security-related software flaws, product names, and impact metrics. For ...
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com
The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC -
web:www.bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft says customers in restricted network environments may encounter Windows Update failures after installing the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates.
2026-05-22 02:42 UTC
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