CVE-2022-0206
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.48%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0206 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The NewStatPress WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly escape the whatX parameters before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The NewStatPress WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly escape the whatX parameters before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newstatpress Project | Newstatpress | < 1.3.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ce12437a-d440-4c4a-9247-95a8f39d00b9Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ce12437a-d440-4c4a-9247-95a8f39d00b9Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0206?
The NewStatPress WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly escape the whatX parameters before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
How severe is CVE-2022-0206?
CVE-2022-0206 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0206?
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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