How serious is CVE-2023-41655?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.8 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2023-41655?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2023-41655 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-41655?

CVE-2023-41655 affects heiglandreas authldap. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2023-41655?

To remediate CVE-2023-41655, check for security patches from heiglandreas. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2023-41655

Medium

|4.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker with administrative access to inject malicious scripts into the authLdap plugin, which can then be executed in the browsers of other users. It affects versions up to 2.5.9, meaning that if you're using an outdated version and have admin privileges, you could unintentionally expose other users to harmful content.

Technical Description

Auth. (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Andreas Heigl authLdap plugin <= 2.5.9 versions.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredHigh

User InteractionRequired

Confidentiality ImpactLow

Integrity ImpactLow

Availability ImpactNone

ScopeChanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$638($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 889 days

Quick Information

Published

Sep 29, 2023

over 2 years ago

Last Modified

Mar 6, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

heiglandreas

Product

authldap

Related Vulnerabilities

CVE-2023-41654High

This vulnerability allows an attacker to trick a user into performing actions on the authLdap plugin without their consent, potentially compromising user accounts. It requires the user to be logged in and to click on a malicious link or visit a malicious site while using the affected plugin version.