WordPress FooGallery Plugin <= 2.2.35 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2023-29439

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Foogallery
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 May 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-29439?

The FooGallery plugin by FooPlugins is affected by an unauthenticated reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that impacts versions up to 2.2.35. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into webpages viewed by users, potentially leading to session hijacking or unauthorized actions on behalf of the user. Ensuring timely updates and implementing security measures is vital for protecting WordPress sites utilizing this plugin.

Affected Version(s)

FooGallery <= 2.2.35

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2023-29439
Created by LOURC0D3

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/foogallery/...
vdb-entry
https://lourcode.kr/posts/CVE-2023-29439-Analysis?_s_id=cve
technical-description

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

LOURCODE (Patchstack Alliance)
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