Vulnerability Description
The Icon Widget WordPress plugin before 1.3.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wpzoom | Icon Widget | < 1.3.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2f79a87f-c994-4a1e-b455-39d7d3c5c1b5ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2f79a87f-c994-4a1e-b455-39d7d3c5c1b5ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-4763?
CVE-2022-4763 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Icon Widget WordPress plugin before 1.3.0 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 contr...
How severe is CVE-2022-4763?
CVE-2022-4763 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-2022-4763?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpzoom Icon Widget.