CVE-2015-3998
UnknownEPSS 1.12%
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CVE-2015-3998 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpwhois 4.2.5, as used in the adsense-click-fraud-monitoring plugin 1.7.5 for WordPress, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to whois.php.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpwhois 4.2.5, as used in the adsense-click-fraud-monitoring plugin 1.7.5 for WordPress, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to whois.php.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clickfraud-Monitoring | Adsense-Click-Fraud-Monitoring | 1.7.5 |
| Phpwhois Project | Phpwhois | 4.2.5 |
References
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=119Third Party Advisory
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisory.php?v=119Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-3998?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpwhois 4.2.5, as used in the adsense-click-fraud-monitoring plugin 1.7.5 for WordPress, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query parameter to whois.php.
How severe is CVE-2015-3998?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-3998 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3998?
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-2015-3998?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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