CVE-2023-0219: FluentSMTP < 2.2.3 - Stored XSS via Email Logs

Published Mar 13, 2023
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Updated

The FluentSMTP WordPress plugin before 2.2.3 does not sanitize or escape email content, making it vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting attacks (XSS) when an administrator views the email logs. This exploit requires other plugins to enable users to send emails with unfiltered HTML.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPManageNinja Fluentsmtp Wordpress<2.2.3

Event History

Mar 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0219?

The severity of CVE-2023-0219 is classified as medium due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-0219?

To fix CVE-2023-0219, update the FluentSMTP WordPress plugin to version 2.2.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-0219?

CVE-2023-0219 affects users of the FluentSMTP WordPress plugin versions prior to 2.2.3.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-0219?

CVE-2023-0219 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2023-0219?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2023-0219 to execute malicious scripts in the context of the administrator when viewing email logs.

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