CVE-2023-1169 MEDIUM

CVE-2023-1169: OoohBoi Steroids for Elementor <= 2.1.4 - Missing Authorization leading to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Image Upload

Vendor Sagarpatel124
Product OoohBoi Steroids for Elementor
Weakness CWE-862 · Missing authorization
Published June 9, 2023
Last update April 8, 2026

CVSS base score

4.3/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required Low
User interaction None
Confidentiality None
Integrity Low

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

What the vulnerability does

01Description

The OoohBoi Steroids for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to missing authorization due to a missing capability check on the 'file_uploader_callback' function in versions up to, and including, 2.1.4. This makes it possible for subscriber-level attackers to upload image attachments to the site.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

OoohBoi Steroids for Elementor versions up to 2.1.4 lack proper authorization checks on certain functions. A logged-in user with low privileges can modify content or settings they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires an active WordPress account but no special interaction from other users.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Modify site content or settings beyond their assigned permission level.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Unauthorized users can alter pages, posts, or plugin settings, potentially defacing content or breaking site functionality.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

June 9, 2023 CVE published
April 8, 2026 Record updated

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