CVE-2015-5734
UnknownEPSS 7.43%
Last modified
CVE-2015-5734 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the legacy theme preview implementation in wp-includes/theme.php in WordPress before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted string.. EPSS estimates a 7.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the legacy theme preview implementation in wp-includes/theme.php in WordPress before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted string.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 4.2.3 |
References
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.2.4Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/08/wordpress-4-2-4-security-and-maintenance-release/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://codex.wordpress.org/Version_4.2.4Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/news/2015/08/wordpress-4-2-4-security-and-maintenance-release/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5734?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the legacy theme preview implementation in wp-includes/theme.php in WordPress before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted string.
How severe is CVE-2015-5734?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5734 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5734?
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-2015-5734?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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