Vulnerability Description
The WP Downgrade WordPress plugin before 1.2.3 only perform client side validation of its "WordPress Target Version" settings, but does not sanitise and escape it server side, allowing high privilege users such as admin to perform Cross-Site attacks even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp Downgrade Project | Wp Downgrade | < 1.2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2696091PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/34a7b3cd-e2b5-4891-ab33-af6a2a0eecebExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2696091PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/34a7b3cd-e2b5-4891-ab33-af6a2a0eecebExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-1001?
CVE-2022-1001 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). The WP Downgrade WordPress plugin before 1.2.3 only perform client side validation of its "WordPress Target Version" settings, but does not sanitise and escape it server side, allowing high privilege ...
How severe is CVE-2022-1001?
CVE-2022-1001 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-1001?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wp Downgrade Project Wp Downgrade.