CVE-2023-2113

Public Exploit

Autoptimize < 3.1.7 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Settings Import

Description

The Autoptimize WordPress plugin before 3.1.7 does not sanitise and escape the settings imported from a previous export, allowing high privileged users (such as an administrator) to inject arbitrary javascript into the admin panel, even when the unfiltered_html capability is disabled, such as in a multisite setup.

4.8

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.07%

Affected: Unknown Autoptimize

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ddb4c95d-bbee-4095-aed6-25f6b8e63011	vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2113?: CVE-2023-2113 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2113?: To fix CVE-2023-2113, 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-2023-2113 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-2113 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-2023-2113?: CVE-2023-2113 affects Unknown Autoptimize.

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