CVE-2023-3746: ActivityPub for WordPress < 1.0.1 - Contributor+ Stored XSS
First published: Mon Oct 16 2023(Updated: )
The ActivityPub WordPress plugin before 1.0.0 does not sanitize and escape some data from post content, which could allow contributor and above role to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks
Credit: contact@wpscan.com contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Automattic Activitypub | <1.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-3746.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-3746?
The severity of CVE-2023-3746 is medium.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is the ActivityPub WordPress plugin before version 1.0.0.
What can an attacker do with this vulnerability?
An attacker with a contributor or above role could perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks using this vulnerability.
Is there a fix available?
Yes, upgrading to version 1.0.0 or later of the ActivityPub WordPress plugin will fix this vulnerability.
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