CVE-2022-1324
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1324 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Event Timeline WordPress plugin through 1.1.5 does not sanitize and escape Timeline Text, which could allow high-privileged users such as admin to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when unfiltered_html is disallowed. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Event Timeline WordPress plugin through 1.1.5 does not sanitize and escape Timeline Text, which could allow high-privileged users such as admin to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when unfiltered_html is disallowed
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rich-Web | Event Timeline | <= 1.1.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2ce2a387-acc8-482a-9452-a4d9acb187fdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2ce2a387-acc8-482a-9452-a4d9acb187fdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1324?
The Event Timeline WordPress plugin through 1.1.5 does not sanitize and escape Timeline Text, which could allow high-privileged users such as admin to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when unfiltered_html is disallowed
How severe is CVE-2022-1324?
CVE-2022-1324 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1324?
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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