CVE-2014-8800: XSS

Published Dec 5, 2014
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in nextend-facebook-settings.php in the Nextend Facebook Connect plugin before 1.5.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the fbloginbutton parameter in a newfbupdateoptions action.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nextendweb Nextend Facebook Connect Wordpress<=1.5.0

Event History

Dec 5, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8800?

CVE-2014-8800 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for remote exploitation through XSS.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-8800?

To fix CVE-2014-8800, update the Nextend Facebook Connect plugin to version 1.5.1 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8800?

CVE-2014-8800 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2014-8800?

CVE-2014-8800 affects versions of the Nextend Facebook Connect plugin for WordPress prior to 1.5.1.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-8800?

The impact of CVE-2014-8800 includes the possibility of an attacker injecting malicious web scripts or HTML into a vulnerable WordPress site.

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