CVE-2023-5903: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in pkp/pkp-lib

Published Nov 1, 2023
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Updated

Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in GitHub repository pkp/pkp-lib prior to 3.3.0-16.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sfu Pkp Web Application Library<=3.3.0-15

Event History

Nov 1, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Nov 7, 2023
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:24 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-5903?

CVE-2023-5903 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that is stored in the GitHub repository pkp/pkp-lib prior to version 3.3.0-16.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-5903?

CVE-2023-5903 has a severity level of medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-5903?

The Sfu Pkp Web Application Library version up to and including 3.3.0-15 is affected by CVE-2023-5903.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-5903?

To fix CVE-2023-5903, update your Sfu Pkp Web Application Library to version 3.3.0-16 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5903?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-5903 at the following references: [Huntr](https://huntr.com/bounties/5c147ff8-3cc4-4f21-9f1c-13fd50957dad) and [GitHub commit](https://github.com/pkp/pkp-lib/commit/8b26ee404af3b11803a40e904f985f0a0b215a5c).

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