CVE-2023-0388

Name: CVE-2023-0388
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-24T19:15:08.723+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.89%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-0388 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Random Text WordPress plugin through 0.3.0 does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by any authenticated users, such as subscribers.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Random Text WordPress plugin through 0.3.0 does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by any authenticated users, such as subscribers.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.89%

54.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Random Text Project	Random Text	<= 0.3.0

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/77861a2e-879a-4bd0-b4c0-cd19481ace5dExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/77861a2e-879a-4bd0-b4c0-cd19481ace5dExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 24, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-0388?

How severe is CVE-2023-0388?

CVE-2023-0388 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-0388?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-0388?

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Source: NVD / NIST