CVE-2023-25040: WordPress Shortcodes Ultimate Plugin <= 5.12.6 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
First published: Thu Mar 30 2023(Updated: )
Auth. (contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Vova Anokhin WordPress Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate plugin <= 5.12.6 versions.
Credit: audit@patchstack.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Shortcodes Ultimate by Vova Anokhin | <5.12.7 |
Remedy
Update to 5.12.7 or a higher version.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-25040?
CVE-2023-25040 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Vova Anokhin WordPress Shortcodes Plugin - Shortcodes Ultimate plugin versions <= 5.12.6.
How severe is CVE-2023-25040?
CVE-2023-25040 has a severity score of 5.4, which is considered medium.
What is the affected software for CVE-2023-25040?
The affected software for CVE-2023-25040 is the Getshortcodes Shortcodes Ultimate plugin versions up to 5.12.6 for WordPress.
How can I fix CVE-2023-25040?
To fix CVE-2023-25040, update your Getshortcodes Shortcodes Ultimate plugin to version 5.12.7 or higher.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2023-25040?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2023-25040 is CWE-79 (Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation).
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