WordPress Perfmatters Plugin <= 2.1.6 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2023-47876
7.1HIGH
Summary
The Perfmatters plugin by WebShine is susceptible to a reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability, which allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users. This flaw occurs due to improper handling of user input during the web page generation process. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting harmful links that, when clicked by an unsuspecting user, execute arbitrary JavaScript in their browser context. Affected versions include all versions from n/a through 2.1.6. It is crucial for website administrators to review and update their installations to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability.
Affected Version(s)
Perfmatters <= 2.1.6
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
Dave Jong (Patchstack)