CVE-2023-5749

Public Exploit
EmbedPress < 3.9.2 - Reflected XSS

Description

The EmbedPress WordPress plugin before 3.9.2 does not sanitise and escape user input 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

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.99% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown EmbedPress
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3931daac-3899-4169-8625-4c95fd2adafc third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5749?
CVE-2023-5749 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5749?
To fix CVE-2023-5749, 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-2023-5749 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5749 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-5749?
CVE-2023-5749 affects Unknown EmbedPress.
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