Stored Cross-Site Scripting in Webedition CMS by Webedition
CVE-2023-53884

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Webedition

Status
Webedition Cms
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 December 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-53884?

Webedition CMS v2.9.8.8 is susceptible to a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability due to its media upload feature. This flaw permits authenticated users to upload malicious SVG files, which can contain embedded JavaScript. When these files are viewed by other users, the injected scripts are executed, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data exposure. Admins and users should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions to mitigate risks associated with SVG uploads.

Affected Version(s)

Webedition CMS 2.9.8.8

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-2023-53884 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51662
exploit
https://www.webedition.org/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/webedition-cms-v-sto...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Mirabbas Ağalarov
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CVE-2023-53884 : Stored Cross-Site Scripting in Webedition CMS by Webedition