CVE-2022-0271

Public Exploit
LearnPress < 4.1.6 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The LearnPress WordPress plugin before 4.1.6 does not sanitise and escape the lp-dismiss-notice before outputting it back via the lp_background_single_email AJAX action, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 5.39% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ad07d9cd-8a75-4f7c-bbbe-3b6b89b699f2 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0271?
CVE-2022-0271 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-0271?
To fix CVE-2022-0271, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-0271 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-0271 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~5% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-0271?
CVE-2022-0271 affects Unknown LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin.
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