CVE-2023-0548: XSS
First published: Mon Feb 27 2023(Updated: )
The Namaste! LMS WordPress plugin before 2.5.9.4 does not sanitize 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 Namaste\! Lms | <2.5.9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0548?
CVE-2023-0548 is a vulnerability in the Namaste! LMS WordPress plugin before version 2.5.9.4 that allows high-privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How does CVE-2023-0548 work?
CVE-2023-0548 occurs because the Namaste! LMS plugin does not sanitize and escape some of its settings, allowing unfiltered HTML code to be injected and executed on the website.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-0548?
Users of the Namaste! LMS WordPress plugin versions prior to 2.5.9.4 are affected by CVE-2023-0548.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0548?
CVE-2023-0548 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 4.8.
How can CVE-2023-0548 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2023-0548, users should update the Namaste! LMS plugin to version 2.5.9.4 or later, which includes the necessary sanitization and escaping of settings.
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