CVE-2023-49183: WordPress NextScripts Plugin <= 4.4.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2023-49183?

CVE-2023-49183 has a medium severity level due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2023-49183?

To fix CVE-2023-49183, upgrade NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster to version 4.4.3 or later.

Q: Who is affected by CVE-2023-49183?

Users of NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster versions up to and including 4.4.2 are affected by CVE-2023-49183.

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-49183?

CVE-2023-49183 is classified as a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

Q: Can CVE-2023-49183 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-49183 can be exploited remotely if a user clicks on a malicious link.

Published Dec 15, 2023

Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in NextScripts NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster: from n/a through 4.4.2.

Affected Software

1 affected component

NextScripts Social Networks Auto Poster Wordpress<=4.4.2

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.4.3 or a higher version.

Event History

Dec 15, 2023

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:54 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:54 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·03:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49183?

CVE-2023-49183 has a medium severity level due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2023-49183?