CVE-2023-47271

CVE-2023-47271 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Sfu Pkp Web Application Library with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

PKP-WAL (aka PKP Web Application Library or pkp-lib) before 3.3.0-16, as used in Open Journal Systems (OJS) and other products, does not verify that the file named in an XML document (used for the native import/export plugin) is an image file, before trying to use it for an issue cover image.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-47271?
PKP-WAL (aka PKP Web Application Library or pkp-lib) before 3.3.0-16, as used in Open Journal Systems (OJS) and other products, does not verify that the file named in an XML document (used for the native import/export plugin) is an image file, before trying to use it for an issue cover image.
How severe is CVE-2023-47271?
CVE-2023-47271 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-47271 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-47271?
CVE-2023-47271 affects Sfu Pkp Web Application Library. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-47271?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-47271 published?
CVE-2023-47271 was published on 2023-11-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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