WordPress Authors List Plugin <= 2.0.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2023-37981

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Authors List
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 July 2023

What is CVE-2023-37981?

The WPKube Authors List plugin for WordPress has a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 2.0.2. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages served to users, potentially leading to user data theft, session hijacking, or other harmful actions. It is crucial for users of the affected plugin to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Authors List <= 2.0.2

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/authors-lis...
vdb-entry

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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

LEE SE HYOUNG (Patchstack Alliance)
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