CVE-2022-0628
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.85%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0628 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Mega Menu WordPress plugin before 3.0.8 does not sanitize and escape the _wpnonce parameter before outputting it back in an admin page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Mega Menu WordPress plugin before 3.0.8 does not sanitize and escape the _wpnonce parameter before outputting it back in an admin page, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Accesspressthemes | Ap Mega Menu | < 3.0.8 |
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2684307Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/af9787ee-c496-4f02-a22c-c8f8a97ad902Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2684307Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/af9787ee-c496-4f02-a22c-c8f8a97ad902Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0628?
The Mega Menu WordPress plugin before 3.0.8 does not sanitize and escape the _wpnonce parameter before outputting it back in an admin page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.
How severe is CVE-2022-0628?
CVE-2022-0628 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0628?
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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