CVE-2023-31232 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2023-31232 impacting WordPress Plugins List Plugin version 2.5 and below. Understand the vulnerability, its impact, and mitigation steps to protect your WordPress site.
WordPress Plugins List Plugin <= 2.5 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS).
Understanding CVE-2023-31232
This CVE-2023-31232 discloses a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Plugins List WordPress plugin version 2.5 and below.
What is CVE-2023-31232?
The CVE-2023-31232 exposes an Authenticated (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the David Artiss Plugins List plugin version 2.5 or below.
The Impact of CVE-2023-31232
The impact of this vulnerability is rated as a medium severity with a CVSS base score of 5.9, allowing an attacker with high privileges to execute malicious scripts on behalf of an authenticated administrator.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-31232
This section outlines the vulnerability description, affected systems, versions, and exploitation mechanism.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker with admin privileges to store malicious scripts within the plugin, leading to the execution of arbitrary code on the client-side.
Affected Systems and Versions
The vulnerability affects the Plugins List WordPress plugin version 2.5 and below, with version 2.5.1 marked as unaffected.
Exploitation Mechanism
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker needs admin privileges to store the malicious script, triggering the XSS payload when executed by an authenticated user.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system by taking immediate steps and implementing long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
Update the plugin to version 2.5.1 or above to mitigate the risk of exploitation and prevent unauthorized script execution.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly monitor and update plugins, strengthen user authentication mechanisms, and enforce security best practices to prevent XSS attacks.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security patches and updates released by the plugin vendor to address vulnerabilities and enhance the security posture of your WordPress site.