CVE-2023-3746
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2023-3746 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The ActivityPub WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not sanitize and escape some data from post content, which could allow contributor and above role to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ActivityPub WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not sanitize and escape some data from post content, which could allow contributor and above role 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Automattic | Activitypub | < 1.0.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c15a6032-6495-47a8-828c-37e55ed9665aExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c15a6032-6495-47a8-828c-37e55ed9665aExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-3746?
The ActivityPub WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not sanitize and escape some data from post content, which could allow contributor and above role to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks
How severe is CVE-2023-3746?
CVE-2023-3746 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-3746?
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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