CVE-2023-0419

Public Exploit
Shortcode for Font Awesome < 1.4.1 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Description

The Shortcode for Font Awesome WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in a page/post where the shortcode is embedded, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Shortcode for Font Awesome
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5ccfee43-920d-4613-b976-2ea8966696ba third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0419?
CVE-2023-0419 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0419?
To fix CVE-2023-0419, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-0419 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-0419 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-0419?
CVE-2023-0419 affects Unknown Shortcode for Font Awesome.
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