CVE-2023-2009

Public Exploit
Pretty Url <= 1.5.4 - Admin+ Stored XSS in plugin settings

Description

Plugin does not sanitize and escape the URL field in the Pretty Url WordPress plugin through 1.5.4 settings, which could allow high-privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.44% Top 25%
Affected: Unknown Pretty Url
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f7988a18-ba9d-4ead-82c8-30ea8223846f vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2009?
CVE-2023-2009 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2009?
To fix CVE-2023-2009, 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-2023-2009 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-2009 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-2009?
CVE-2023-2009 affects Unknown Pretty Url.
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