XSS Vulnerability in OptionTree Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2016-10895

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Optiontree
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2019

What is CVE-2016-10895?

The OptionTree plugin for WordPress prior to version 2.6.0 is vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks through specific AJAX requests, namely add_list_item and add_social_links. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the web application, which can then be executed in the context of other users accessing the site. It highlights the critical importance of keeping plugins updated to mitigate potential security risks.

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/option-tree/#developers
x_refsource_MISC

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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The Cyber Security Vulnerability Database.