CVE-2015-2040: XSS
First published: Fri Feb 20 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Contact Form DB (aka CFDB and contact-form-7-to-database-extension) plugin 2.8.26 for WordPress allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the submit_time parameter in the CF7DBPluginSubmissions page to wp-admin/admin.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PenguinArts Contact Form 7 Database CFDB7 | =2.8.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2040?
CVE-2015-2040 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2040?
To fix CVE-2015-2040, update the Contact Form DB plugin to version 2.8.27 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-2040?
CVE-2015-2040 affects users running the Contact Form DB plugin version 2.8.26 on WordPress sites.
What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2015-2040?
CVE-2015-2040 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks, potentially injecting malicious scripts into web pages.
Is CVE-2015-2040 specific to any CMS?
Yes, CVE-2015-2040 specifically affects WordPress installations using the Contact Form DB plugin.
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