CVE-2022-0250
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.25%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0250 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Redirection for Contact Form 7 WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 does not escape a link generated before outputting it in an attribute, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Redirection for Contact Form 7 WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 does not escape a link generated before outputting it in an attribute, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Redirection-For-Contact-Form7 | Redirection For Contact Form 7 | < 2.5.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/05700942-3143-4978-89eb-814ceff74867Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/05700942-3143-4978-89eb-814ceff74867Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0250?
The Redirection for Contact Form 7 WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 does not escape a link generated before outputting it in an attribute, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
How severe is CVE-2022-0250?
CVE-2022-0250 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0250?
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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