CVE-2023-0422

Public Exploit

Article Directory <= 1.3 - Admin+ Stored XSS

Description

The Article Directory WordPress plugin through 1.3 does not properly sanitize the `publish_terms_text` setting before displaying it in the administration panel, which may enable administrators to conduct Stored XSS attacks in multisite contexts.

4.8

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.08%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Article Directory

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d57f2fb2-5251-4069-8c9a-a4af269c5e62	third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0422?: CVE-2023-0422 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0422?: To fix CVE-2023-0422, 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-2023-0422 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-0422 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-2023-0422?: CVE-2023-0422 affects Unknown Article Directory.

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