CVE-2023-5413: XSS
First published: Tue Dec 19 2023(Updated: )
The Image horizontal reel scroll slideshow plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'ihrss-gallery' shortcode in versions up to, and including, 13.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level and above permissions to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gopiplus Image Horizontal Reel Scroll Slideshow | <=13.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/image-horizontal-reel-scroll-slideshow/trunk/image-horizontal-reel-scroll-slideshow.php#L212
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3010834/image-horizontal-reel-scroll-slideshow
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/28ba6f91-c696-4019-ae87-28ebfbe464cf?source=cve
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5413?
CVE-2023-5413 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5413?
To fix CVE-2023-5413, update the Image Horizontal Reel Scroll Slideshow plugin to version 13.4 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-5413?
CVE-2023-5413 affects users of the Image Horizontal Reel Scroll Slideshow plugin for WordPress up to version 13.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-5413?
CVE-2023-5413 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
What can attackers do with CVE-2023-5413?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2023-5413 to inject malicious scripts into the web application, potentially compromising users' data.
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