CVE-2023-44229

Summary

CVE-2023-44229 is a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting versions 8.1 and below of the Gopi Ramasamy Tiny Carousel Horizontal Slider plugin. An attacker can inject malicious scripts into an admin session, allowing them to execute arbitrary code and potentially take control of the affected website. This issue poses a serious threat to websites using the vulnerable plugin, as it can lead to unauthorized access and data theft. Website administrators using the Tiny Carousel Horizontal Slider plugin are advised to update to a non-vulnerable version as soon as possible to mitigate the risk of this vulnerability. Failure to do so may result in unintended consequences, including the compromise of sensitive information or the ability for an attacker to modify website content. This vulnerability is significant due to its potential impact on website security and the ease with which an attacker can exploit it. Administrators should ensure that all plugins on their websites are up-to-date and secure to minimize the risk of cyberattacks.

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