CVE-2023-30498 : Security Advisory and Response

WordPress Vimeotheque Plugin <= 2.2.1 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS).

Understanding CVE-2023-30498

This CVE identifies a Unauth. Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the CodeFlavors Vimeotheque: Vimeo WordPress Plugin.

What is CVE-2023-30498?

CVE-2023-30498 discloses a Reflected XSS vulnerability in the affected WordPress plugin version 2.2.1 and below.

The Impact of CVE-2023-30498

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized individuals injecting malicious scripts into webpages viewed by other users, potentially compromising their data or performing unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-30498

The vulnerability is rated with a CVSS base score of 7.1 (High severity) using CVSS:3.1 metrics. It requires user interaction and has a low attack complexity and impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CWE-79 describes the issue as Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (Cross-site Scripting).

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to execute malicious scripts through the affected plugin, posing a security risk to WordPress websites.

Affected Systems and Versions

CodeFlavors Vimeotheque: Vimeo WordPress Plugin versions up to and including 2.2.1 are impacted by this XSS vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to craft a URL with malicious JavaScript code that, when clicked, executes within the user's browser session.

Mitigation and Prevention

Website owners and administrators are advised to take immediate action to address the CVE-2023-30498 vulnerability to secure their WordPress installations.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the CodeFlavors Vimeotheque: Vimeo WordPress Plugin to version 2.2.2 or higher to effectively patch the XSS vulnerability and protect the website from potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor for security updates and apply patches promptly to mitigate future vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins.

Patching and Updates

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