How severe is CVE-2023-51157?

CVE-2023-51157 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-2023-51157 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-2023-51157?

CVE-2023-51157 affects Zkteco Wdms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-51157?

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

Does CVE-2023-51157 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-51157 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-55879.

When was CVE-2023-51157 published?

CVE-2023-51157 was published on 2024-09-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-51157

CVE-2023-51157 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Zkteco Wdms 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% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-55879
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Zkteco Wdms
Published: 2024-09-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in ZKTeco WDMS v.5.1.3 Pro allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and obtain sensitive information via a crafted script to the Emp Name parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-51157?: Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in ZKTeco WDMS v.5.1.3 Pro allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and obtain sensitive information via a crafted script to the Emp Name parameter.
How severe is CVE-2023-51157?: CVE-2023-51157 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-2023-51157 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-2023-51157?: CVE-2023-51157 affects Zkteco Wdms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-51157?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2023-51157 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-51157 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-55879.
When was CVE-2023-51157 published?: CVE-2023-51157 was published on 2024-09-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://infosecwriteups.com/xss-store-in-zkteco-welcome-to-wdms-3d5c8e1113f0

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:zkteco:wdms:5.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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