CVE-2023-0520

Public Exploit
RapidExpCart <= 1.0 - Stored XSS via CSRF

Description

The RapidExpCart WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitize and escape the url parameter in the rapidexpcart endpoint before storing it and outputting it back in the page, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability which could be used against high-privilege users such as admin, furthermore lack of csrf protection means an attacker can trick a logged in admin to perform the attack by submitting a hidden form.

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Affected: Unknown RapidExpCart
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/be4f7ff9-af79-477b-9f47-e40e25a3558e vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0520?
CVE-2023-0520 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0520?
To fix CVE-2023-0520, 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-2023-0520 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-0520 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-2023-0520?
CVE-2023-0520 affects Unknown RapidExpCart.
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