Vulnerability Description
The Compact WP Audio Player WordPress plugin before 1.9.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tipsandtricks-Hq | Compact Wp Audio Player | < 1.9.8 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f0bef96f-dfe2-4988-adf8-e1bd493c5242ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f0bef96f-dfe2-4988-adf8-e1bd493c5242ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-4542?
CVE-2022-4542 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Compact WP Audio Player WordPress plugin before 1.9.8 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 ...
How severe is CVE-2022-4542?
CVE-2022-4542 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-2022-4542?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tipsandtricks-Hq Compact Wp Audio Player.