CVE-2014-4664
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CVE-2014-4664 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Wordfence Security plugin before 5.1.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the whoisval parameter on the WordfenceWhois page to wp-admin/admin.php.. EPSS estimates a 2.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Wordfence Security plugin before 5.1.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the whoisval parameter on the WordfenceWhois page to wp-admin/admin.php.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.1 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.2 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.3 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.4 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.5 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.6 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.7 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.8 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.0.9 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.1.1 |
| Wordfence Security Project | Wordfence Security | 5.1.2 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wordfence/changelog/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wordfence/changelog/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-4664?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Wordfence Security plugin before 5.1.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the whoisval parameter on the WordfenceWhois page to wp-admin/admin.php.
How severe is CVE-2014-4664?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4664 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4664?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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