Cross-Site Scripting Flaw in LiteSpeed Cache for WordPress by LiteSpeed Technologies
CVE-2020-29172

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Litespeed Cache
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2020

Summary

The LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress, prior to version 3.6.1, is susceptible to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. This vulnerability can be exploited through the Server IP setting, potentially allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users. If successfully executed, this can lead to harmful actions on behalf of the users, such as session hijacking or unauthorized actions. It is crucial for users of the LiteSpeed Cache plugin to update to the latest version to mitigate these risks.

References

https://www.litespeedtech.com/products/cache-plugins/word...
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https://wordpress.org/plugins/litespeed-cache/#developers
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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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