CVE-2022-0889

Description

The Ninja Forms - File Uploads Extension WordPress plugin is vulnerable to reflected cross-site scripting due to missing sanitization of the files filename parameter found in the ~/includes/ajax/controllers/uploads.php file which can be used by unauthenticated attackers to add malicious web scripts to vulnerable WordPress sites, in versions up to and including 3.3.12.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.89% Top 15%
Affected: SaturdayDrive Ninja Forms - File Uploads
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/8c5642fa-d001-47c4-8acd-94ae944e5129?source=cve
https://ninjaforms.com/extensions/file-uploads/?changelog=1/#:~:text=3.3.13%20(30%20November%202021)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0889?
CVE-2022-0889 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-0889?
To fix CVE-2022-0889, 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-2022-0889 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-0889 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-0889?
CVE-2022-0889 affects SaturdayDrive Ninja Forms - File Uploads.
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