Vulnerability Description
The Sidebar Widgets by CodeLights WordPress plugin through 1.4 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in the page, which could allow users with a role as low as a contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks, which could be used against high-privilege users such as admins.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Codelights-Shortcodes-And-Widgets Project | Codelights-Shortcodes-And-Widgets | <= 1.4 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/034c4c75-42a4-4884-b63f-f9d4d2d6aebcExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/034c4c75-42a4-4884-b63f-f9d4d2d6aebcExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-4460?
CVE-2022-4460 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Sidebar Widgets by CodeLights WordPress plugin through 1.4 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in the page, which could allow users with a rol...
How severe is CVE-2022-4460?
CVE-2022-4460 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-4460?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Codelights-Shortcodes-And-Widgets Project Codelights-Shortcodes-And-Widgets.