CVE-2022-1171
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1171 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Vertical scroll recent post WordPress plugin before 14.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in an attribute, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Vertical scroll recent post WordPress plugin before 14.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Scroll Recent Post Project | Vertical Scroll Recent Post | < 14.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dc5eace4-542f-47e9-b870-a6aae6a38b0fExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dc5eace4-542f-47e9-b870-a6aae6a38b0fExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1171?
The Vertical scroll recent post WordPress plugin before 14.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in an attribute, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
How severe is CVE-2022-1171?
CVE-2022-1171 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1171?
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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