Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Participants Database Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2017-14126

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Participants Database
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2017

What is CVE-2017-14126?

The Participants Database plugin for WordPress prior to version 1.7.5.10 is susceptible to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This weakness allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking. It is essential for users of this plugin to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42618/
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https://wordpress.org/plugins/participants-database/#deve...
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https://limbenjamin.com/articles/cve-2017-14126-participa...
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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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