CVE-2023-2743: WP ERP < 1.12.4 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
The ERP WordPress plugin before 1.12.4 does not sanitise and escape the employeename parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin.
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What is CVE-2023-2743?
CVE-2023-2743 refers to a vulnerability in the ERP WordPress plugin before version 1.12.4 that allows for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How does CVE-2023-2743 affect the ERP WordPress plugin?
CVE-2023-2743 affects the ERP WordPress plugin before version 1.12.4 by not properly sanitizing and escaping the 'employee_name' parameter, leading to potential XSS attacks.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-2743?
The severity of CVE-2023-2743 is medium, with a CVSS score of 6.1.
How can CVE-2023-2743 be exploited?
CVE-2023-2743 can be exploited by an attacker injecting malicious code into the 'employee_name' parameter, which is then reflected back in the page and executed by high privilege users such as admin.
How can I fix CVE-2023-2743 in the ERP WordPress plugin?
To fix CVE-2023-2743, it is recommended to update the ERP WordPress plugin to version 1.12.4 or later, which includes proper sanitization and escaping of the 'employee_name' parameter.