CVE-2023-0074: WP Social Widget < 2.2.4 - Contributor+ Stored XSS
First published: Mon Jan 30 2023(Updated: )
The WP Social Widget WordPress plugin before 2.2.4 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in a page/post where the shortcode is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Catchsquare WP Social Widget | <2.2.4 | |
| <2.2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0074?
CVE-2023-0074 has a high severity rating due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0074?
To fix CVE-2023-0074, update the WP Social Widget plugin to version 2.2.4 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-0074?
Users with the contributor role and above can exploit CVE-2023-0074 due to inadequate validation and escaping of shortcode attributes.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-0074?
CVE-2023-0074 is categorized as a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-0074?
CVE-2023-0074 affects all versions of the WP Social Widget plugin prior to 2.2.4.
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