What is CVE-2023-5013?

A vulnerability has been found in Pluck CMS 4.7.18 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file install.php of the component Installation Handler. The manipulation of the argument contents with the input alert('xss') leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-239854 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

How severe is CVE-2023-5013?

CVE-2023-5013 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.6, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-5013 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-5013?

CVE-2023-5013 affects Pluck-cms Pluck. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-5013?

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

When was CVE-2023-5013 published?

CVE-2023-5013 was published on 2023-09-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-5013

CVE-2023-5013 is a low-severity vulnerability in Pluck-cms Pluck with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.6. 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: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.6)
CVSS v2: 2.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (40th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Pluck-cms Pluck
Published: 2023-09-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability has been found in Pluck CMS 4.7.18 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file install.php of the component Installation Handler. The manipulation of the argument contents with the input <script>alert('xss')</script> leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-239854 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-5013?: A vulnerability has been found in Pluck CMS 4.7.18 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file install.php of the component Installation Handler. The manipulation of the argument contents with the input <script>alert('xss')</script> leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-239854 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2023-5013?: CVE-2023-5013 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.6, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-5013 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-5013?: CVE-2023-5013 affects Pluck-cms Pluck. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5013?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-5013 published?: CVE-2023-5013 was published on 2023-09-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:pluck-cms:pluck:4.7.18:-:*:*:*:*:*:*

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