CVE-2023-39921: WordPress Molongui Plugin <= 4.6.19 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
First published: Thu Nov 30 2023(Updated: )
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Molongui Author Box, Guest Author and Co-Authors for Your Posts – Molongui allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Author Box, Guest Author and Co-Authors for Your Posts – Molongui: from n/a through 4.6.19.
Credit: audit@patchstack.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Amitzy Molongui | <=4.6.19 |
Remedy
Update to 4.6.20 or a higher version.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-39921?
The severity of CVE-2023-39921 is medium with a severity value of 5.9.
What is the vulnerability in WordPress Molongui Plugin <= 4.6.19?
The vulnerability is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows for stored XSS.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-39921?
The affected software versions are Molongui Author Box, Guest Author and Co-Authors for Your Posts – Molongui version up to and including 4.6.19.
How can I fix the Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in WordPress Molongui Plugin?
To fix the vulnerability, ensure that you update the Molongui Author Box, Guest Author and Co-Authors for Your Posts – Molongui plugin to version 4.6.20 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-39921?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-39921 at the following reference: [link](https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/molongui-authorship/wordpress-author-box-for-authors-co-authors-multiple-authors-and-guest-authors-molongui-plugin-4-6-19-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve)
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