CVE-2023-47814 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

WordPress BMI Calculator Plugin Plugin <= 1.0.3 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS).

Understanding CVE-2023-47814

This CVE identifies a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in the Waterloo Plugins BMI Calculator Plugin affecting versions up to 1.0.3.

What is CVE-2023-47814?

The CVE-2023-47814 highlights an 'Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation' vulnerability in the Waterloo Plugins BMI Calculator Plugin versions up to 1.0.3.

The Impact of CVE-2023-47814

This vulnerability is classified under CAPEC-592 Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (Medium Severity).

Technical Details of CVE-2023-47814

The following technical details provide more insight into the vulnerability:

Vulnerability Description

The issue stems from improper input neutralization during web page generation, leading to a Cross-Site Scripting risk in the affected plugin.

Affected Systems and Versions

The Waterloo Plugins BMI Calculator Plugin versions up to 1.0.3 are impacted by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users of the affected plugin.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2023-47814 and enhance security, consider the following measures:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the BMI Calculator Plugin to a secure version beyond 1.0.3.
Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor security advisories for the BMI Calculator Plugin and apply patches promptly.
Conduct security assessments to identify and mitigate XSS vulnerabilities in plugins.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and new releases from Waterloo Plugins for the BMI Calculator Plugin.