CVE-2023-25452 MEDIUM

CVE-2023-25452: WordPress CMS Press Plugin <= 0.2.3 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Vendor Michael Pretty (Prettyboymp)
Product CMS Press
Weakness CWE-79 · XSS
Published May 8, 2023
Last update April 28, 2026
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CVSS base score

5.9/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required High
User interaction Required
Confidentiality Low
Integrity Low

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Auth. (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Michael Pretty (prettyboymp) CMS Press plugin <= 0.2.3 versions.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

CMS Press versions up to 0.2.3 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users viewing the site. An attacker with high-level admin privileges can craft input that executes JavaScript in visitors' browsers, potentially stealing session data or performing actions on their behalf.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Inject JavaScript code that runs in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Compromised admin accounts can inject malicious scripts affecting all site visitors, risking credential theft and unauthorized actions.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have high-level admin access and the victim must click a link or visit a page containing the malicious payload.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

May 8, 2023 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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