CVE-2023-2584: PixelYourSite <= 9.3.6 and PixelYourSite Pro <= 9.6.1 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The PixelYourSite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via admin settings in versions up to, and including, 9.3.6 (9.6.1 in the Pro version) due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level permissions and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. This only affects multi-site installations and installations where unfilteredhtml has been disabled.
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-2584?
CVE-2023-2584 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2584?
To fix CVE-2023-2584, update the PixelYourSite plugin to version 9.3.7 or higher for the standard version or 9.6.2 or higher for the Pro version.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-2584?
CVE-2023-2584 affects users of the PixelYourSite plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 9.3.6 and 9.6.1 in the Pro version.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-2584?
CVE-2023-2584 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that arises from insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the plugin's admin settings.
Can CVE-2023-2584 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2023-2584 can only be exploited by authenticated attackers with administrator access.