CVE-2022-40209

WP Smart Import plugin <= 1.0.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

Unauth. Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Xylus Themes WP Smart Import plugin <= 1.0.2 on WordPress.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 1.0.3 or higher version.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Xylus Themes WP Smart Import
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-smart-import/wordpress-importer-plugin-1-0-2-reflected-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40209?
CVE-2022-40209 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-40209?
To fix CVE-2022-40209: Update to 1.0.3 or higher version.
Is CVE-2022-40209 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-40209 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-2022-40209?
CVE-2022-40209 affects Xylus Themes WP Smart Import.
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