CVE-2023-23812

WordPress Enhanced WP Contact Form Plugin <= 2.2.3 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

Auth. (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Joost de Valk Enhanced WP Contact Form plugin <= 2.2.3 versions.

Remediation

Solution:

  • The vulnerability was patched in the 2.3 version. However, you should look for alternative software as the author no longer supports this plugin, and it has been removed from the WordPress repository.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Joost de Valk Enhanced WP Contact Form
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/enhanced-wordpress-contactform/wordpress-enhanced-wp-contact-form-plugin-2-2-3-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23812?
CVE-2023-23812 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23812?
To fix CVE-2023-23812: The vulnerability was patched in the 2.3 version. However, you should look for alternative software as the author no longer supports this plugin, and it has been removed from the WordPress repository.
Is CVE-2023-23812 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23812 is being actively exploited. 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-2023-23812?
CVE-2023-23812 affects Joost de Valk Enhanced WP Contact Form.
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