CVE-2022-29442
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2022-29442 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Authenticated (subscriber or higher user role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Messages For WordPress <= 2.1.10 at WordPress.. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Authenticated (subscriber or higher user role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Messages For WordPress <= 2.1.10 at WordPress.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Private Messages Project | Private Messages | <= 2.1.10 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-29442?
Authenticated (subscriber or higher user role) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Messages For WordPress <= 2.1.10 at WordPress.
How severe is CVE-2022-29442?
CVE-2022-29442 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-2022-29442?
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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