CVE-2017-18609
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.16%
Last modified
CVE-2017-18609 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The magic-fields plugin before 1.7.2 for WordPress has XSS via the custom-write-panel-id parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The magic-fields plugin before 1.7.2 for WordPress has XSS via the custom-write-panel-id parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Magicfields | Magic Fields | < 1.7.2 |
References
- https://sumofpwn.nl/advisory/2016/cross_site_scripting_in_magic_fields_1_wordpress_plugin.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/magic-fields/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://sumofpwn.nl/advisory/2016/cross_site_scripting_in_magic_fields_1_wordpress_plugin.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/magic-fields/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18609?
The magic-fields plugin before 1.7.2 for WordPress has XSS via the custom-write-panel-id parameter.
How severe is CVE-2017-18609?
CVE-2017-18609 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18609?
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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