Vulnerability Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the post highlights plugin before 2.6.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the txt parameter in a headline action to ajax/ph_save.php.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Post Highlights Projects | Post Highlights | <= 2.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-8087/ExploitIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/post-highlights/#developersRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8240Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-8087/ExploitIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/post-highlights/#developersRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8240Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8087?
CVE-2014-8087 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the post highlights plugin before 2.6.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the txt parameter in a headline act...
How severe is CVE-2014-8087?
CVE-2014-8087 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-8087?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Post Highlights Projects Post Highlights.