CVE-2022-2271

WP Database Backup < 5.9 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The WP Database Backup WordPress plugin before 5.9 does not escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup)

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP Database Backup
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b064940f-9614-4b7b-b2c4-e79528746833 third party advisory broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2271?
CVE-2022-2271 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2271?
To fix CVE-2022-2271, 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-2022-2271 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-2271 is being actively exploited. 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-2022-2271?
CVE-2022-2271 affects Unknown WP Database Backup.
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