How severe is CVE-2023-44272?

CVE-2023-44272 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-2023-44272 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-44272?

CVE-2023-44272 affects Citadel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-44272?

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

When was CVE-2023-44272 published?

CVE-2023-44272 was published on 2023-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-44272

CVE-2023-44272 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Citadel 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: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Citadel
Published: 2023-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Citadel versions prior to 994. When a malicious user sends an instant message with some JavaScript code, the script may be executed on the web browser of the victim user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-44272?: A cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Citadel versions prior to 994. When a malicious user sends an instant message with some JavaScript code, the script may be executed on the web browser of the victim user.
How severe is CVE-2023-44272?: CVE-2023-44272 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-2023-44272 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-44272?: CVE-2023-44272 affects Citadel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-44272?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-44272 published?: CVE-2023-44272 was published on 2023-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:citadel:citadel:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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