CVE-2023-40557: WordPress Tabs & Accordion plugin <= 1.3.10 - Content Injection vulnerability

Published Jun 4, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS) vulnerability in PickPlugins Tabs & Accordion allows Code Injection.This issue affects Tabs & Accordion: from n/a through 1.3.10.

Affected Software

2 affected components
PickPlugins Tabs & Accordion<=1.3.10
WordPress Tabs & Accordion<=1.3.10

Event History

Jun 4, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:20 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40557?

CVE-2023-40557 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for code injection through improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-40557?

To fix CVE-2023-40557, update the PickPlugins Tabs & Accordion plugin to a version newer than 1.3.10 where the vulnerability is patched.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40557?

CVE-2023-40557 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability, specifically involving improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-40557?

CVE-2023-40557 affects versions of the PickPlugins Tabs & Accordion plugin from the initial release up to and including version 1.3.10.

5

Can CVE-2023-40557 lead to data breaches?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2023-40557 could lead to unauthorized code execution and potential data breaches through malicious scripts.

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