CVE-2023-1473

Public Exploit

Responsive WordPress Slideshows 3.29.0 - Reflected XSS

Description

The Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider WordPress plugin 3.29.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin

6.1

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.11%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a6e6c67b-7d9b-4fdb-8115-c33add7bfc3d	third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1473?: CVE-2023-1473 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1473?: To fix CVE-2023-1473, 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-2023-1473 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-1473 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-2023-1473?: CVE-2023-1473 affects Unknown Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider.

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