CVE-2022-27853
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2022-27853 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Authenticated (author or higher role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Contest Gallery (WordPress plugin) <= 13.1.0.9. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Authenticated (author or higher role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Contest Gallery (WordPress plugin) <= 13.1.0.9
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Contest-Gallery | Contest Gallery | <= 13.1.0.9 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27853?
Authenticated (author or higher role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Contest Gallery (WordPress plugin) <= 13.1.0.9
How severe is CVE-2022-27853?
CVE-2022-27853 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27853?
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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