CVE-2022-2887
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2887 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Server Health Stats WordPress plugin before 1.7.0 does not escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP Server Health Stats WordPress plugin before 1.7.0 does not escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acnam | Wp Server Health Stats | < 1.7.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/237541d5-c1a5-44f2-8e5f-82457b8f9497Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/237541d5-c1a5-44f2-8e5f-82457b8f9497Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2887?
The WP Server Health Stats WordPress plugin before 1.7.0 does not escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.
How severe is CVE-2022-2887?
CVE-2022-2887 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2887?
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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