How severe is CVE-2023-31698?

CVE-2023-31698 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-31698 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-31698?

CVE-2023-31698 affects Bludit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-31698?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2023-31698 published?

CVE-2023-31698 was published on 2023-05-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-31698

CVE-2023-31698 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Bludit with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Bludit
Published: 2023-05-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Bludit v3.14.1 is vulnerable to Stored Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via SVG file on site logo. NOTE: the product's security model is that users are trusted by the administrator to insert arbitrary content (users cannot create their own accounts through self-registration).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-31698?: Bludit v3.14.1 is vulnerable to Stored Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via SVG file on site logo. NOTE: the product's security model is that users are trusted by the administrator to insert arbitrary content (users cannot create their own accounts through self-registration).
How severe is CVE-2023-31698?: CVE-2023-31698 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-31698 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-31698?: CVE-2023-31698 affects Bludit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-31698?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-31698 published?: CVE-2023-31698 was published on 2023-05-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:bludit:bludit:3.14.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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