CVE-2022-2395
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2395 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The weForms WordPress plugin before 1.6.14 does not sanitise and escape its settings, allowing high privilege users such as admin to perform cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The weForms WordPress plugin before 1.6.14 does not sanitise and escape its settings, allowing high privilege users such as admin to perform cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Weformspro | Weforms | < 1.6.14 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5e442dd9-a49d-4a8e-959b-199a8689da4bExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5e442dd9-a49d-4a8e-959b-199a8689da4bExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2395?
The weForms WordPress plugin before 1.6.14 does not sanitise and escape its settings, allowing high privilege users such as admin to perform cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
How severe is CVE-2022-2395?
CVE-2022-2395 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-2022-2395?
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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