CVE-2017-20008: myCRED < 1.7.8 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Nov 29, 2021
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Updated

The myCred WordPress plugin before 1.7.8 does not sanitise and escape the user parameter before outputting it back in the Points Log admin dashboard, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mycred myCred WordPress<1.7.8

Event History

Nov 29, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:25 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:25 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-20008?

The severity of CVE-2017-20008 is medium with a severity value of 6.1.

2

How does CVE-2017-20008 affect the myCred WordPress plugin?

CVE-2017-20008 affects the myCred WordPress plugin before version 1.7.8.

3

What is the vulnerability in CVE-2017-20008?

CVE-2017-20008 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in the myCred WordPress plugin.

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-20008?

To fix CVE-2017-20008, update the myCred WordPress plugin to version 1.7.8 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-20008?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-20008 at the following references: [1] [2]

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