CVE-2023-5124: PageLayer < 1.8.0 - Author+ Stored XSS

Published Jan 29, 2024
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Updated

The Page Builder: Pagelayer WordPress plugin before 1.8.0 doesn't prevent attackers with administrator privileges from inserting malicious JavaScript inside a post's header or footer code, even when unfilteredhtml is disallowed, such as in multi-site WordPress configurations.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PageLayer Pagelayer WordPress<1.8.0

Event History

Jan 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:44 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5124?

CVE-2023-5124 has a high severity due to its potential for allowing unfiltered JavaScript insertion by administrators.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-5124?

To fix CVE-2023-5124, update the Pagelayer WordPress plugin to version 1.8.0 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-5124?

CVE-2023-5124 affects all installations of the Pagelayer WordPress plugin prior to version 1.8.0.

4

What kind of attack can CVE-2023-5124 facilitate?

CVE-2023-5124 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through the insertion of malicious JavaScript code.

5

Is CVE-2023-5124 relevant for multi-site WordPress configurations?

Yes, CVE-2023-5124 is particularly relevant for multi-site WordPress configurations where unfiltered_html is disallowed.

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