CVE-2023-43359: XSS

Published Oct 19, 2023
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Updated

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in CMSmadesimple v.2.2.18 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the Page Specific Metadata and Smarty data parameters in the Content Manager Menu component.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CMSmadesimple CMS Made Simple=2.2.18

Event History

Oct 19, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
10:15 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-43359?

CVE-2023-43359 is a Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in CMSmadesimple v.2.2.18 that allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code.

2

How does CVE-2023-43359 work?

CVE-2023-43359 works by exploiting a vulnerability in the Page Specific Metadata and Smarty data parameters in the Content Manager Menu component.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-43359?

The severity of CVE-2023-43359 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.4.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-43359?

To fix CVE-2023-43359, update CMSmadesimple to version 2.2.19 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-43359?

More information about CVE-2023-43359 can be found at the following link: [GitHub - CVE-2023-43359-CMSmadesimple-Stored-XSS----Content-Manager](https://github.com/sromanhu/CVE-2023-43359-CMSmadesimple-Stored-XSS----Content-Manager)

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