CVE-2023-0545: Hostel < 1.1.5.2 - Admin+ Stored XSS
First published: Mon Jun 05 2023(Updated: )
The Hostel WordPress plugin before 1.1.5.2 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kibokolabs Hostel | <=1.1.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0545?
CVE-2023-0545 is a vulnerability in the Hostel WordPress plugin before version 1.1.5.2 that could allow high privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
How does CVE-2023-0545 affect the Hostel WordPress plugin?
CVE-2023-0545 affects the Hostel WordPress plugin before version 1.1.5.2 by not sanitizing and escaping some of its settings, enabling high privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0545?
The severity of CVE-2023-0545 is medium with a severity value of 4.8.
How can CVE-2023-0545 be exploited?
CVE-2023-0545 can be exploited by high privilege users, such as admin, to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
Is there a fix for CVE-2023-0545?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2023-0545 is to upgrade the Hostel WordPress plugin to version 1.1.5.2 or later.
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