CVE-2023-2579
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 1.12%
Last modified
CVE-2023-2579 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The InventoryPress WordPress plugin through 1.7 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow users with the role of author and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The InventoryPress WordPress plugin through 1.7 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow users with the role of author and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Inventorypress Project | Inventorypress | <= 1.7 |
References
- https://github.com/daniloalbuqrque/poc-cve-xss-inventory-press-pluginExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3cfcb8cc-9c4f-409c-934f-9f3f043de6feExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/daniloalbuqrque/poc-cve-xss-inventory-press-pluginExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3cfcb8cc-9c4f-409c-934f-9f3f043de6feExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-2579?
The InventoryPress WordPress plugin through 1.7 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow users with the role of author and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How severe is CVE-2023-2579?
CVE-2023-2579 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2579?
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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