Vulnerability Description
wp-comments-post.php in WordPress before 3.3.2 supports offsite redirects, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | <= 3.3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/20486/branches/3.3/wp-comments-post.php
- http://osvdb.org/81464
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48957
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49138
- http://wordpress.org/news/2012/04/wordpress-3-3-2/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2470
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53192
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75092
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75202
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/20486/branches/3.3/wp-comments-post.php
- http://osvdb.org/81464
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48957
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49138
- http://wordpress.org/news/2012/04/wordpress-3-3-2/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2470
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2404?
CVE-2012-2404 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). wp-comments-post.php in WordPress before 3.3.2 supports offsite redirects, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-2404?
CVE-2012-2404 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2404?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wordpress Wordpress.