CVE-2019-15833
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2019-15833 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The simple-mail-address-encoder plugin before 1.7 for WordPress has reflected XSS.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The simple-mail-address-encoder plugin before 1.7 for WordPress has reflected XSS.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Mail Address Encoder Project | Simple Mail Address Encoder | < 1.7 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-mail-address-encoder/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9418Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-mail-address-encoder/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9418Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15833?
The simple-mail-address-encoder plugin before 1.7 for WordPress has reflected XSS.
How severe is CVE-2019-15833?
CVE-2019-15833 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15833?
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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