CVE-2022-0649
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0649 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The AdRotate WordPress plugin before 5.8.23 does not escape Group Names, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The AdRotate WordPress plugin before 5.8.23 does not escape Group Names, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ajdg | Adrotate | < 5.8.23 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/284fbc98-803d-4da5-8920-411eeae4bac8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/284fbc98-803d-4da5-8920-411eeae4bac8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0649?
The AdRotate WordPress plugin before 5.8.23 does not escape Group Names, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed
How severe is CVE-2022-0649?
CVE-2022-0649 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0649?
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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