WordPress PixTypes Plugin <= 1.4.15 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2023-40205

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Pixtypes
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2023

What is CVE-2023-40205?

An unauthenticated reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in the Pixelgrade PixTypes plugin for WordPress. This security flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft. The vulnerability impacts all versions of the plugin up to 1.4.15, and users of the affected versions are strongly urged to update to the latest version to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

PixTypes <= 1.4.15

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/pixtypes/wo...
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

minhtuanact (Patchstack Alliance)
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