CVE-2022-3408

Public Exploit
WP Word Count <= 3.2.3 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The WP Word Count WordPress plugin through 3.2.3 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when unfiltered_html is disallowed.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP Word Count
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/395bc893-2067-4f76-b49f-9ed8e1e8f330 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3408?
CVE-2022-3408 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-3408?
To fix CVE-2022-3408, 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-2022-3408 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-3408 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-2022-3408?
CVE-2022-3408 affects Unknown WP Word Count.
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