CVE-2022-38971

WordPress BuddyForms Plugin <= 2.7.5 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ThemeKraft Post Form – Registration Form – Profile Form for User Profiles and Content Forms for User Submissions plugin <= 2.7.5 versions.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 2.7.6 or a higher version.

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: ThemeKraft Post Form – Registration Form – Profile Form for User Profiles and Content Forms for User Submissions
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/buddyforms/wordpress-buddyforms-plugin-2-7-2-auth-stored-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38971?
CVE-2022-38971 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-38971?
To fix CVE-2022-38971: Update to 2.7.6 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2022-38971 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-38971 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-2022-38971?
CVE-2022-38971 affects ThemeKraft Post Form – Registration Form – Profile Form for User Profiles and Content Forms for User Submissions.
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