CVE-2023-0252: Contextual Related Posts < 3.3.1 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Published Feb 6, 2023
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Updated

The Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin before 3.3.1 does not validate and escape some of its block options before outputting them back in a page/post where the block is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks

Affected Software

1 affected component
WebberZone Contextual Related Posts Wordpress<3.3.1

Event History

Feb 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:59 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for the Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin?

The vulnerability ID for the Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin is CVE-2023-0252.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-0252?

The severity level of CVE-2023-0252 is medium with a score of 5.4.

3

What does the Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin vulnerability allow?

The vulnerability allows users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

4

Which version of the Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin is affected by CVE-2023-0252?

Version up to and excluding 3.3.1 of the Contextual Related Posts WordPress plugin is affected by CVE-2023-0252.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0252?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-0252 at the following reference link: [https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5754a4fd-1adf-47aa-976f-3b28750058c2].

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