CVE-2019-13478
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.30%
Last modified
CVE-2019-13478 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Yoast SEO plugin before 11.6-RC5 for WordPress does not properly restrict unfiltered HTML in term descriptions.. EPSS estimates a 3.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Yoast SEO plugin before 11.6-RC5 for WordPress does not properly restrict unfiltered HTML in term descriptions.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yoast | Yoast Seo | < 11.6 | — |
| Yoast | Yoast Seo | 11.6 | Rc1 |
References
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9445Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9445Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-13478?
The Yoast SEO plugin before 11.6-RC5 for WordPress does not properly restrict unfiltered HTML in term descriptions.
How severe is CVE-2019-13478?
CVE-2019-13478 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13478?
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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