CVE-2023-6166
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6166 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Quiz Maker WordPress plugin before 6.4.9.5 does not escape generated URLs before outputting them in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Quiz Maker WordPress plugin before 6.4.9.5 does not escape generated URLs before outputting them in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ays-Pro | Quiz Maker | < 6.4.9.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e6155d9b-f6bb-4607-ad64-1976a8afe907Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e6155d9b-f6bb-4607-ad64-1976a8afe907Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6166?
The Quiz Maker WordPress plugin before 6.4.9.5 does not escape generated URLs before outputting them in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
How severe is CVE-2023-6166?
CVE-2023-6166 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6166?
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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