How severe is CVE-2023-7259?

CVE-2023-7259 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-7259 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-7259?

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

Does CVE-2023-7259 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-7259 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-59653.

When was CVE-2023-7259 published?

CVE-2023-7259 was published on 2024-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-7259

CVE-2023-7259 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4. 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: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.4)
CVSS v2: 3.3
CVSS v4: 5.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-59653
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2024-05-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

** DISPUTED ** A vulnerability was found in zzdevelop lenosp up to 20230831. It has been classified as problematic. This affects an unknown part of the component Adduser Page. The manipulation of the argument username with the input <script>alert(1)</script> leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-266127. NOTE: The vendor rejected the issue because he claims that XSS which require administrative privileges are not of any use for attackers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-7259?: ** DISPUTED ** A vulnerability was found in zzdevelop lenosp up to 20230831. It has been classified as problematic. This affects an unknown part of the component Adduser Page. The manipulation of the argument username with the input <script>alert(1)</script> leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-266127. NOTE: The vendor rejected the issue because he claims that XSS which require administrative privileges are not of any use for attackers.
How severe is CVE-2023-7259?: CVE-2023-7259 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-7259 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-7259?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2023-7259 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-7259 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-59653.
When was CVE-2023-7259 published?: CVE-2023-7259 was published on 2024-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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