CVE-2023-5750: EmbedPress < 3.9.2 - Reflected XSS

Published Dec 11, 2023
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Updated

The EmbedPress WordPress plugin before 3.9.2 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page containing a specific content, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPDeveloper Embedpress Wordpress<3.9.2

Event History

Dec 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
May 24, 57290
Event
via FIRST·01:24 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5750?

CVE-2023-5750 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on high privilege users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-5750?

The issue in CVE-2023-5750 can be fixed by updating the EmbedPress WordPress plugin to version 3.9.2 or later.

3

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-5750?

CVE-2023-5750 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the EmbedPress WordPress plugin.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2023-5750?

CVE-2023-5750 primarily affects high privilege users, such as admins, using the affected version of the EmbedPress plugin.

5

What versions of EmbedPress are vulnerable to CVE-2023-5750?

Versions of EmbedPress prior to 3.9.2 are vulnerable to CVE-2023-5750.

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