CVE-2022-3426

Public Exploit

Advanced WP Columns <= 2.0.6 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The Advanced WP Columns WordPress plugin through 2.0.6 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).

4.8

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.15%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Advanced WP Columns

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/bc90594e-1018-494a-b473-6416e274c59f	exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3426?: CVE-2022-3426 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-3426?: To fix CVE-2022-3426, 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-2022-3426 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2022-3426 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-2022-3426?: CVE-2022-3426 affects Unknown Advanced WP Columns.

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