CVE-2023-0442

Public Exploit

Loan Comparison < 1.5.2 - Reflected XSS via shortcode

Description

The Loan Comparison WordPress plugin before 1.5.3 does not validate and escape some of its query parameters before outputting them back in a page/post via an embedded shortcode, which could allow an attacker to inject javascript into into the site via a crafted URL.

6.1

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.11%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Loan Comparison

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/34d95d88-4114-4597-b4db-e9f5ef80d322	exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0442?: CVE-2023-0442 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0442?: To fix CVE-2023-0442, 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-2023-0442 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-0442 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-2023-0442?: CVE-2023-0442 affects Unknown Loan Comparison.

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