Vulnerability Description
The Mesmerize Companion WordPress plugin before 1.6.135 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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Extendthemes | Mesmerize Companion | < 1.6.135 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9dc9d377-635d-4d4f-9916-33bcedbba6f0ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9dc9d377-635d-4d4f-9916-33bcedbba6f0ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-4481?
CVE-2022-4481 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Mesmerize Companion WordPress plugin before 1.6.135 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 lo...
How severe is CVE-2022-4481?
CVE-2022-4481 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-2022-4481?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Extendthemes Mesmerize Companion.