CVE-2023-28621
📛 CVE Title
WordPress Raise Mag Theme <= 1.0.7 and Wishful Blog theme <= 2.0.1 are vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Wishfulthemes Raise Mag, Wishfulthemes Wishful Blog themes allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Raise Mag: from n/a through 1.0.7; Wishful Blog: from n/a through 2.0.1.
Overview
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Assigner (CNA)
- Patchstack
- CVSS severity
- HIGH
- CVSS score
- 7.1 / 10
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L- Effective score
- 7.1 / 10 HIGH source: CNA overview
- CWE(s)
-
CWE-79 - Reserved
- 2023-03-20
- Published
- 2023-11-16 20:17 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-04-28 18:08 UTC
- Source
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2023/28xxx/CVE-2023-28621.json
- Linked Threat
- CVE-2023-28621 — Wishful Blog <= 2.0.1 & Raise Mag <= 1.0.7 - Unauthenticated Cross-Site Scripting
NVD triage scoring NVD CVE 2.0
Layer NVD adds on top of the CNA's CVE record — published / last-modified timestamps, exploitability / impact subscores, and the FIRST.org EPSS probability that this CVE will be exploited in the wild in the next 30 days.
- NVD published
- 2023-11-16 20:15:27 UTC
- NVD last modified
- 2026-06-17 05:48:24 UTC
- NVD CVSS v3.1
- 7.1 / 10 HIGH source: audit@patchstack.com
- NVD CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L- Exploitability subscore
- 2.8 / 10
- Impact subscore
- 3.7 / 10
- EPSS score
- 0.0041 (probability of exploitation in next 30 days)
- EPSS percentile
- 33.83% vs all CVEs — higher = more likely to be exploited, as of 2026-07-26
NVD / KEV / EPSS data refreshed 2026-07-27 09:17 UTC. Re-run the 🛰 Backfill from NVD button above to refresh.
European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD
ENISA's official EU repository for curated vulnerability intelligence. Carries a separate identifier (EUVD-YYYY-NNNN) and frequently exposes an earlier-published description + CVSS than NVD does.
- EUVD ID
-
EUVD-2023-32289 - Assigner
- Patchstack
- Published
- Nov 16, 2023, 7:17:24 PM
- Updated
- Apr 28, 2026, 4:08:16 PM
- EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1)
-
7.1 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L - EUVD-reported EPSS
- 0.2100
- Vendors
- Wishfulthemes
- Products
-
Wishful Blog (n/a ≤2.0.1)Raise Mag (n/a ≤1.0.7)
- Aliases
-
GHSA-jc3p-xp6g-9vhg
ENISA description: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Wishfulthemes Raise Mag, Wishfulthemes Wishful Blog themes allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Raise Mag: from n/a through 1.0.7; Wishful Blog: from n/a through 2.0.1.
Affected products (2)
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wishfulthemes | Raise Mag |
n/a (affected)
|
— |
| Wishfulthemes | Wishful Blog |
n/a (affected)
|
— |
Affected products — CPE 2.3 (2) NVD
NVD's normalized CPE 2.3 matchers, used by vendor tools (vulnerability scanners, asset managers) for automated detection. Compare with the CNA's free-text "Affected products" section above.
cpe:2.3:a:wishfulthemes:raise_mag:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*cpe:2.3:a:wishfulthemes:wishful_blog:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
Vendor references (2)
References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.
MITRE references (2) cveawg.mitre.org
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Web references (0)
DuckDuckGo results ranked by threat-intel / vendor advisory domains. Generated by the 🔎 Find references (web) button above — same flow as the Remediations search.
No web references attached yet.
NVD-tagged references (4)
Reference list NVD curates from the CNA record, vendor advisories, and third-party reports. The tag chips below are NVD's analyst-assigned categories.
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/raise-mag/wordpress-raise-mag-theme-1-0-7-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve audit@patchstack.com Third Party Advisory
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/raise-mag/wordpress-raise-mag-theme-1-0-7-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108 Third Party Advisory
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wishful-blog/wordpress-wishful-blog-theme-2-0-1-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve audit@patchstack.com Third Party Advisory
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wishful-blog/wordpress-wishful-blog-theme-2-0-1-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108 Third Party Advisory
Indicators (2)
IOCs linked to the auto-promoted Threat row.
| Type | Value | VirusTotal | Attached |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain |
xss.this
|
no local data | 2026-05-18 21:20 UTC |
| cve |
CVE-2023-28621
|
no local data | 2026-06-06 14:58 UTC |
Remediations (26)
Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.
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web:www.rapid7.com
Microsoft is publishing 137 vulnerabilities on May 2026 Patch Tuesday, including critical RCE in Netlogon and the Windows DNS client.
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
web:www.action1.com
In this issue: May 2026 Patch Tuesday highlights, vulnerabilities in web browsers, Cisco, Adobe, SAP, Linux, Fortinet, Palo Alto, cPanel, SimpleHelp, nginx-ui, MOVEit ...
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
web:cybersecuritynews.com
Microsoft has released its June 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates, addressing a hefty 198 vulnerabilities across its product ecosystem. The June rollout, published on June 9, 2026, stands out not only for its volume but also for the inclusion of three zero-day vulnerabilities that were actively exploited or publicly known before a fix was available. Administrators are urged to prioritize ...
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
web:blogs.oracle.com
For more information about the Critical Patch Update program, see the security vulnerability remediation practices page located on the Oracle Trust Center.
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
web:helpx.adobe.com
Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Acrobat and Reader for Windows and macOS. This update addresses a critical vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution. Adobe is aware of CVE -2026-34621 being exploited in the wild.
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
web:msrc.microsoft.com
The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) investigates all reports of security vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft products and services, and provides the information here as part of the ongoing effort to help you manage security risks and help keep your systems protected.
2026-06-10 11:00 UTC -
Wordfence remediation: Wishful BlogWordfence
No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability's details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization's risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
2026-06-06 14:58 UTC -
Wordfence remediation: Raise MagWordfence
No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability's details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization's risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
2026-06-06 14:58 UTC -
web:www.bugcrowd.com
Vulnerability mitigation is typically considered a temporary or interim solution. While mitigation measures can reduce the immediate risk associated with vulnerabilities, they may not provide a permanent fix . Organizations should aim to prioritize and plan for complete vulnerability remediation whenever feasible and allocate resources accordingly.
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:cybersecuritynews.com
No patch has been released yet; Microsoft has instead issued a multi-step manual mitigation guide while a formal security update is prepared. Windows BitLocker Security Bypass The vulnerability originates in WinRE's handling of the BootExecute registry value under HKLM\ControlSet001\Control\Session Manager.
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:securityboulevard.com
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities pose significant risks to organizations in today's digital landscape. Left unaddressed, these vulnerabilities can lead to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. Organizations must decide how to tackle vulnerabilities—through remediation , mitigation , or a combination of both. But which strategy is more effective? This blog explores the ...
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:attack.mitre.org
This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Regular Operating System Updates Implementation: Apply the latest Windows security updates monthly using WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) or a similar patch management solution. Configure systems to check for updates automatically and schedule reboots during maintenance ...
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:www.computerworld.com
Each month, the team at Readiness analyzes the latest Patch Tuesday updates from Microsoft and provides detailed, actionable testing guidance. The company's Patch Tuesday release for February ...
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:www.oracle.com
This Critical Patch Update contains 481 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at April 2026 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:www.secure.com
Learn the difference between vulnerability remediation and mitigation , and how a risk-based strategy can strengthen your security posture.
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:zecurit.com
Get the complete breakdown of Microsoft's May 2026 Patch Tuesday. We analyze the latest security updates and all critical CVEs .
2026-05-22 06:13 UTC -
web:www.cve.org
At cve .org, we provide the authoritative reference method for publicly known information-security vulnerabilities and exposures
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:www.forbes.com
Microsoft has confirmed an emergency security update as CISA warns that two new Defender zero-days are being exploited by attackers.
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:epatch.pa.gov
Why does PATCH exist? Its purpose is to better enable the public to obtain criminal history record checks. The repository was created and is maintained in accordance with Pennsylvania's Criminal History Information Act contained in Chapter 91 of Title 18, Crimes Code. This Act also directs the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) to disseminate criminal history data to criminal justice agencies ...
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:nvd.nist.gov
The NVD is the U.S. government repository of standards based vulnerability management data represented using the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP). This data enables automation of vulnerability management, security measurement, and compliance. The NVD includes databases of security checklist references, security-related software flaws, product names, and impact metrics. For ...
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com
The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:www.romhacking.net
Add temporary header() Patch file: Apply patch Original ROM: Modified ROM: Patch type: IPS BPS PPF UPS APS RUP Create patch Settings Rom Patcher JS v2.9 by Marc Robledo See on GitHub Donate Language English Français Deutsch Italiano Español Nederlands Svenska Català Valencià Português Brasileiro Russian 日本語 中文（简体） 中文 ...
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:patch.com
The best breaking news, stories, and events from the Patch network of local news sites
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:finance.yahoo.com
Find the latest Comfort Systems USA, Inc. ( FIX ) stock quote, history, news and other vital information to help you with your stock trading and investing.
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:www.cnn.com
View Comfort Systems USA, Inc. FIX stock quote prices, financial information, real-time forecasts, and company news from CNN.
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC -
web:www.techrepublic.com
Adobe patches a critical PDF flaw exploited for months, allowing attackers to bypass sandbox protections and deliver malware. Users urged to update now.
2026-05-22 03:28 UTC
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