CVE-2015-5714
UnknownEPSS 6.39%
Last modified
CVE-2015-5714 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WordPress before 4.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML by leveraging the mishandling of unclosed HTML elements during processing of shortcode tags.. EPSS estimates a 6.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WordPress before 4.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML by leveraging the mishandling of unclosed HTML elements during processing of shortcode tags.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 4.3.0 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/09/wordpress-4-3-1/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/09/wordpress-4-3-1/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5714?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WordPress before 4.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML by leveraging the mishandling of unclosed HTML elements during processing of shortcode tags.
How severe is CVE-2015-5714?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5714 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5714?
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-2015-5714?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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