CVE-2022-47596

WordPress Media Library Categories Plugin <= 1.9.9 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

Auth. (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Jeffrey-WP Media Library Categories plugin <= 1.9.9 versions.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 2.0.0 or a higher version

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Jeffrey-WP Media Library Categories
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-media-library-categories/wordpress-media-library-categories-plugin-1-9-9-cross-site-scripting-xss?_s_id=cve vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-47596?
CVE-2022-47596 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-47596?
To fix CVE-2022-47596: Update to 2.0.0 or a higher version
Is CVE-2022-47596 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-47596 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-2022-47596?
CVE-2022-47596 affects Jeffrey-WP Media Library Categories.
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