CVE-2023-2171: XSS
First published: Thu Aug 31 2023(Updated: )
The BadgeOS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's shortcode(s) in versions up to, and including, 3.7.1.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level and above permissions to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| For The Badge | <=3.7.1.6 |
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What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-2171.
What is the severity rating for CVE-2023-2171?
CVE-2023-2171 has a severity rating of medium (5.4).
What is the affected software for CVE-2023-2171?
The affected software for CVE-2023-2171 is the BadgeOS plugin for WordPress up to and including version 3.7.1.6.
How does CVE-2023-2171 exploit the vulnerability?
CVE-2023-2171 exploits the vulnerability through stored cross-site scripting (XSS) via the plugin's shortcode(s).
Are there any references available for CVE-2023-2171?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2023-2171 at the following links: [Link 1](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/badgeos/trunk/includes/shortcodes/badgeos_achievement.php#L125), [Link 2](https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/74a280e1-e4b6-4bd9-882b-d9f185332d61?source=cve).
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