CVE-2022-4825

Public Exploit

WP-ShowHide < 1.05 - Contributor+ Stored XSS via Shortcode

Description

The WP-ShowHide WordPress plugin before 1.05 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in the page, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks which could be used against high privilege users such as admins.

5.4

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.25%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown WP-ShowHide

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a2758983-d3a7-4718-b5b8-30169df6780a	exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4825?: CVE-2022-4825 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-4825?: To fix CVE-2022-4825, 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-2022-4825 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2022-4825 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-2022-4825?: CVE-2022-4825 affects Unknown WP-ShowHide.

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