CVE-2017-18488: XSS
Published Aug 13, 2019
·Updated
The Backup Guard plugin before 1.1.47 for WordPress has multiple XSS issues.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Backup-guard Backup Guard Wordpress<1.1.47
Event History
Aug 13, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:53 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18488?
CVE-2017-18488 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for multiple XSS attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-18488?
To fix CVE-2017-18488, update the Backup Guard plugin to version 1.1.47 or later.
3
What type of vulnerabilities are present in CVE-2017-18488?
CVE-2017-18488 contains multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities.
4
Which versions of the Backup Guard plugin are affected by CVE-2017-18488?
Backup Guard versions before 1.1.47 are affected by CVE-2017-18488.
5
Can CVE-2017-18488 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-18488 can be exploited remotely by sending malicious payloads through user input fields.