CVE-2023-0033
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2023-0033 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The PDF Viewer WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not validate and escape one of its shortcode attributes, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The PDF Viewer WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not validate and escape one of its shortcode attributes, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdf Viewer Project | Pdf Viewer | < 1.0.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2d9ae43b-75a7-4fcc-bce3-d9e9d7a97ec0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2d9ae43b-75a7-4fcc-bce3-d9e9d7a97ec0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0033?
The PDF Viewer WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not validate and escape one of its shortcode attributes, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attack.
How severe is CVE-2023-0033?
CVE-2023-0033 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0033?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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