CVE-2017-5942
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.96%
Last modified
CVE-2017-5942 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the WP Mail plugin before 1.2 for WordPress. The replyto parameter when composing a mail allows for a reflected XSS. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the WP Mail plugin before 1.2 for WordPress. The replyto parameter when composing a mail allows for a reflected XSS. This would allow you to execute JavaScript in the context of the user receiving the mail.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wp Mail Project | Wp Mail | <= 1.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96211Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cjc.im/advisories/0006/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96211Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cjc.im/advisories/0006/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-5942?
An issue was discovered in the WP Mail plugin before 1.2 for WordPress. The replyto parameter when composing a mail allows for a reflected XSS. This would allow you to execute JavaScript in the context of the user receiving the mail.
How severe is CVE-2017-5942?
CVE-2017-5942 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5942?
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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