XSS Vulnerability in Z-URL Preview Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2017-18012

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Z-url Preview
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 January 2018

What is CVE-2017-18012?

The Z-URL Preview plugin version 1.6.1 for WordPress is susceptible to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) through the 'url' parameter in the class.zlinkpreview.php file. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially compromising user data and session security. It is essential for WordPress site owners using this plugin to apply the necessary updates or implement alternative security measures to mitigate the risk.

References

https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8990
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https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/z-url-preview/trunk/rea...
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https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145218/WordPress-Z-...
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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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