CVE-2023-3721: WP-EMail < 2.69.1 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Mon Aug 14 2023(Updated: )
The WP-EMail WordPress plugin before 2.69.1 does not sanitise 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 contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Lesterchan Wp-email | <2.69.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this security vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this security vulnerability is CVE-2023-3721.
What is the severity level of CVE-2023-3721?
CVE-2023-3721 has a severity level of medium (4.8).
What is the affected software for CVE-2023-3721?
The affected software for CVE-2023-3721 is the WP-EMail WordPress plugin before version 2.69.1.
Is it possible for high privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks with CVE-2023-3721?
Yes, high privilege users such as admin can perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks with CVE-2023-3721 even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
How can I mitigate the security vulnerability in CVE-2023-3721?
To mitigate the security vulnerability in CVE-2023-3721, update your WP-EMail WordPress plugin to version 2.69.1 or later.
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