Vulnerability Description
The map_meta_cap function in wp-includes/capabilities.php in WordPress 3.4.x before 3.4.2, when the multisite feature is enabled, does not properly assign the unfiltered_html capability, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by leveraging the Administrator or Editor role and composing crafted text.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress | Wordpress | 3.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.4.1
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.4.2
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?old_path=%2Ftags%2F3.4.1&old=21780&new_
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?reponame=&new=21153%40branches%2F3.4&ol
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/12/17
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/02/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/08/1
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.4.1
- http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.4.2
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?old_path=%2Ftags%2F3.4.1&old=21780&new_
- http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?reponame=&new=21153%40branches%2F3.4&ol
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/12/17
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/02/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/08/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3383?
CVE-2012-3383 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.6 (LOW). The map_meta_cap function in wp-includes/capabilities.php in WordPress 3.4.x before 3.4.2, when the multisite feature is enabled, does not properly assign the unfiltered_html capability, which allows ...
How severe is CVE-2012-3383?
CVE-2012-3383 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3383?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wordpress Wordpress.