CVE-2023-1473

CVE-2023-1473 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Metaslider Slider, Gallery, And Carousel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider WordPress plugin 3.29.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-1473?
The Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider WordPress plugin 3.29.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin
How severe is CVE-2023-1473?
CVE-2023-1473 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-1473 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-1473?
CVE-2023-1473 affects Metaslider Slider, Gallery, And Carousel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1473?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-1473 published?
CVE-2023-1473 was published on 2023-04-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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