Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in WPGlobus Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2018-5362

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
WPglobus
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 January 2018

What is CVE-2018-5362?

The WPGlobus plugin version 1.9.6 for WordPress is susceptible to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this by manipulating the wpglobus_option[post_type][page] parameter in the wp-admin/options.php file, enabling them to execute arbitrary code or scripts in the context of a user's session. This may lead to unauthorized actions or data exposure. Users of the affected plugin are advised to review their security measures and apply necessary updates or patches.

References

https://github.com/d4wner/Vulnerabilities-Report/blob/mas...
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https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9003
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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