CVE-2019-16289
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 1.03%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16289 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The insert-php (aka Woody ad snippets) plugin before 2.2.8 for WordPress allows authenticated XSS via the winp_item parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The insert-php (aka Woody ad snippets) plugin before 2.2.8 for WordPress allows authenticated XSS via the winp_item parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webcraftic | Woody Ad Snippets | < 2.2.8 |
References
- https://generaleg0x01.com/2019/09/13/xss-woody/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/insert-php/#developersRelease Notes
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9880Third Party Advisory
- https://generaleg0x01.com/2019/09/13/xss-woody/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/insert-php/#developersRelease Notes
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9880Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16289?
The insert-php (aka Woody ad snippets) plugin before 2.2.8 for WordPress allows authenticated XSS via the winp_item parameter.
How severe is CVE-2019-16289?
CVE-2019-16289 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16289?
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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