CVE-2023-5653

Public Exploit
WassUp Real Time Analytics <= 1.9.4.5 - Unauthenticated Stored XSS

Description

The WassUp Real Time Analytics WordPress plugin through 1.9.4.5 does not escape IP address provided via some headers before outputting them back in an admin page, allowing unauthenticated users to perform Stored XSS attacks against logged in admins

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.58%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WassUp Real Time Analytics
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/76316621-1987-44ea-83e5-6ca884bdd1c0 third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5653?
CVE-2023-5653 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5653?
To fix CVE-2023-5653, 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-2023-5653 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5653 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-2023-5653?
CVE-2023-5653 affects Unknown WassUp Real Time Analytics.
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