CVE-2023-5609: Seraphinite Accelerator < 2.20.29 - Reflected XSS
First published: Mon Nov 20 2023(Updated: )
The Seraphinite Accelerator WordPress plugin before 2.2.29 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| S-sols Seraphinite Accelerator | <2.2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5609?
CVE-2023-5609 is a vulnerability in the Seraphinite Accelerator WordPress plugin that allows for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How does CVE-2023-5609 impact users?
CVE-2023-5609 can be used against high privilege users, such as admin, to execute malicious scripts.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5609?
The severity of CVE-2023-5609 is medium, with a CVSS score of 6.1.
Which version of Seraphinite Accelerator is affected by CVE-2023-5609?
Seraphinite Accelerator versions before 2.2.29 are affected by CVE-2023-5609.
How can CVE-2023-5609 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2023-5609, users should update the Seraphinite Accelerator plugin to version 2.2.29 or above.
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