CVE-2023-36689
CVSS 3.1 Score 6.1 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Aug 5, 2023
Updated: Aug 9, 2023
CWE ID 79
Summary
CVE-2023-36689 is an unauthorized Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting versions 1.5.2 and below of the WPFactory Helper plugin for WordPress. An attacker can inject malicious scripts into a webpage viewed by other users, potentially stealing sensitive information or taking control of their accounts. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, typically via a crafted link or form submission. Users are urged to update to the latest plugin version and implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to mitigate risk.
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