PatchTheCVECVE-2023-0589: The WP Image Carousel WordPress plugin through 1.0.2 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could
CVE-2023-0589 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting wp image carousel. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP Image Carousel WordPress plugin through 1.0.2 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform 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 | 2023-03-27 |
| 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-2023-0589?
wp image carousel: upgrade to newer than 1.0.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-0589 being exploited?
CVE-2023-0589 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-2023-0589 affect?
CVE-2023-0589 affects wp image carousel. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). The WP Image Carousel WordPress plugin through 1.0.2 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How urgent is CVE-2023-0589?
Priority 34/100. Public exploit reference