CVE-2023-7246
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2023-7246 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The System Dashboard WordPress plugin before 2.8.10 does not sanitize and escape some parameters, which could allow administrators in multisite WordPress configurations to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The System Dashboard WordPress plugin before 2.8.10 does not sanitize and escape some parameters, which could allow administrators in multisite WordPress configurations to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bowo | System Dashboard | < 2.8.10 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7413d5ec-10a7-4cb8-ac1c-4ef554751518/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7413d5ec-10a7-4cb8-ac1c-4ef554751518/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-7246?
The System Dashboard WordPress plugin before 2.8.10 does not sanitize and escape some parameters, which could allow administrators in multisite WordPress configurations to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
How severe is CVE-2023-7246?
CVE-2023-7246 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-7246?
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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