CVE-2022-1755
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1755 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The SVG Support WordPress plugin before 2.5 does not properly handle SVG added via an URL, which could allow users with a role as low as author to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The SVG Support WordPress plugin before 2.5 does not properly handle SVG added via an URL, which could allow users with a role as low as author to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Benbodhi | Svg Support | < 2.5.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/62b2548e-6b59-48b8-b1c2-9bd47e634982Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/62b2548e-6b59-48b8-b1c2-9bd47e634982Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1755?
The SVG Support WordPress plugin before 2.5 does not properly handle SVG added via an URL, which could allow users with a role as low as author to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
How severe is CVE-2022-1755?
CVE-2022-1755 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1755?
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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