CVE-2018-20982

Name: CVE-2018-20982
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-08-22T13:15:12.73+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.92%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20982 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The media-library-assistant plugin before 2.74 for WordPress has XSS via the Media/Assistant or Settings/Media Library assistant admin submenu screens.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The media-library-assistant plugin before 2.74 for WordPress has XSS via the Media/Assistant or Settings/Media Library assistant admin submenu screens.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.92%

55.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Davidlingren	Media Library Assistant	< 2.74

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/media-library-assistant/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
https://wordpress.org/plugins/media-library-assistant/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20982?

The media-library-assistant plugin before 2.74 for WordPress has XSS via the Media/Assistant or Settings/Media Library assistant admin submenu screens.

How severe is CVE-2018-20982?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20982 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20982?

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-2018-20982?

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Source: NVD / NIST