CVE-2023-5958

Public Exploit
POST SMTP Mailer < 2.7.1 - Unauthenticated Cross-site Scripting

Description

The POST SMTP Mailer WordPress plugin before 2.7.1 does not escape email message content before displaying it in the backend, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to perform XSS attacks against highly privileged users.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.60%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown POST SMTP Mailer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/22fa478d-e42e-488d-9b4b-a8720dec7cee third party advisory exploit vdb entry technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5958?
CVE-2023-5958 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5958?
To fix CVE-2023-5958, 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-2023-5958 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5958 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-2023-5958?
CVE-2023-5958 affects Unknown POST SMTP Mailer.
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