WordPress Custom Field Template Plugin <= 2.5.9 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2023-38392

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
7 August 2023

What is CVE-2023-38392?

The Custom Field Template Plugin for WordPress, prior to version 2.5.9, is susceptible to a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This flaw could allow unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the user’s browser, potentially leading to data theft, session hijacking, or defacement of the website. It is critical for users to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Custom Field Template <= 2.5.9

References

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

Phd (Patchstack Alliance)
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