Stored Cross-Site Scripting Flaw in PHPFusion File Manager
CVE-2023-53928

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

PHP-fusion

Status
PHPfusion
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 December 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-53928?

PHPFusion version 9.10.30 is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting (XSS) due to inadequate validation of uploaded files in its file manager. Malicious actors can upload SVG files containing embedded JavaScript, which can execute upon being viewed. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it may allow attackers to steal user session information or carry out various client-side attacks. Users of this version should be cautious and consider applying security measures promptly.

Affected Version(s)

PHPFusion 9.10.30

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-2023-53928 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51411
exploit
https://www.phpfusion.com/index.php
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/phpfusion-stored-cro...
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-2023-53928 : Stored Cross-Site Scripting Flaw in PHPFusion File Manager