XSS Vulnerability in Related Posts Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2015-9361

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Related Posts
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 August 2019

What is CVE-2015-9361?

The Related Posts plugin for WordPress is impacted by a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that arises from improper handling of input via the add_query_arg() and remove_query_arg() functions. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by unsuspecting users. If exploited, users can be subjected to a range of attacks, such as session hijacking or redirection to malicious sites. Users of affected versions prior to 1.8.2 are strongly advised to update their plugins to mitigate this risk.

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References

https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/04/security-advisory-xss-vul...
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https://www.barrykooij.com/several-security-updates-relea...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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