Stored XSS Vulnerability in Quizlord Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2018-17140

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Quizlord
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 September 2018

What is CVE-2018-17140?

The Quizlord plugin for WordPress, up to version 2.0, is susceptible to Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of user input in the title parameter during the ql_insert action, which can be exploited by attackers to inject malicious scripts. These scripts may execute in the context of a user’s browser session, leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45307/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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