CVE-2014-7240

Name: CVE-2014-7240
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-06T14:29:00.223+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-7240 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Easy Contact Form Solution plugin before 1.7 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the value parameter in a master_response action to wp-admin/admin-ajax.php.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Easy Contact Form Solution plugin before 1.7 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the value parameter in a master_response action to wp-admin/admin-ajax.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.18%

63.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Formget	Easy Contact Form Solution	<= 1.6

References

https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-7240/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8234Third Party Advisory
https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-7240/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8234Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 6, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-7240?

How severe is CVE-2014-7240?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-7240 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-7240?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-7240?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST