CVE-2023-6970: WP Recipe Maker <= 9.1.0 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via Referer
The WP Recipe Maker plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘Referer' header in all versions up to, and including, 9.1.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-6970?
The severity of CVE-2023-6970 is considered to be medium due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6970?
To fix CVE-2023-6970, update the WP Recipe Maker plugin to version 9.2.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-6970?
All users of the WP Recipe Maker plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 9.1.0 are affected by CVE-2023-6970.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-6970 facilitate?
CVE-2023-6970 facilitates reflected cross-site scripting attacks by allowing attackers to inject arbitrary scripts.
Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-6970?
No, CVE-2023-6970 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers.