PatchTheCVECVE-2023-0536: The Wp-D3 WordPress plugin through 2.4.1 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before
CVE-2023-0536 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting wp-d3. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Wp-D3 WordPress plugin through 2.4.1 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in a page/post where the shortcode is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 61%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2023-05-08 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2023-0536?
wp-d3: upgrade to newer than 2.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-0536 being exploited?
CVE-2023-0536 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2023-0536 affect?
CVE-2023-0536 affects wp-d3. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). The Wp-D3 WordPress plugin through 2.4.1 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in a page/post where the shortcode is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to p
How urgent is CVE-2023-0536?
Priority 34/100. Public exploit reference