CVE-2023-51372: WordPress HashBar – WordPress Notification Bar Plugin <= 1.4.1 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Published Dec 29, 2023
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in HasThemes HashBar – WordPress Notification Bar allows Stored XSS.This issue affects HashBar – WordPress Notification Bar: from n/a through 1.4.1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
HasThemes Hashbar Wordpress<=1.4.1

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.4.2 or a higher version

Event History

Dec 29, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:52 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:52 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51372?

CVE-2023-51372 is categorized as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-51372?

To fix CVE-2023-51372, update the HasThemes HashBar plugin to version 1.4.2 or later.

3

Which versions of the HasThemes HashBar are affected by CVE-2023-51372?

CVE-2023-51372 affects all versions of HasThemes HashBar up to and including 1.4.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-51372?

CVE-2023-51372 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, specifically a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2023-51372 lead to data exposure?

Yes, CVE-2023-51372 can potentially lead to data exposure if an attacker successfully exploits the XSS vulnerability to execute malicious scripts.

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