CVE-2022-1842

Public Exploit
OpenBook Book Data <= 3.5.2 - Arbitrary Settings Update to Stored XSS via CSRF

Description

The OpenBook Book Data WordPress plugin through 3.5.2 does not have CSRF check in place when updating its settings, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack and lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting due to the lack of sanitisation and escaping as well

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.09%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown OpenBook Book Data
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/77aafeb9-af80-490a-b3d7-4fa973bab61c third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1842?
CVE-2022-1842 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-1842?
To fix CVE-2022-1842, 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-2022-1842 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-1842 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-1842?
CVE-2022-1842 affects Unknown OpenBook Book Data.
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