What is the severity of CVE-2018-1000556?

CVE-2018-1000556 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for client-side attacks like cookie theft and code injection.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1000556?

To fix CVE-2018-1000556, update the affected WordPress plugins and core software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

What types of attacks can CVE-2018-1000556 facilitate?

CVE-2018-1000556 can facilitate various client-side attacks, including cross-site scripting (XSS), that may lead to cookie theft or code injection.

Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2018-1000556?

WordPress version 4.8 and above are affected by CVE-2018-1000556, particularly in conjunction with certain plugins like WP Statistics.

Is my website safe if I am using a version of WordPress below 4.8 regarding CVE-2018-1000556?

If you are using a version below WordPress 4.8, you are not directly affected by CVE-2018-1000556, but ensure all plugins are also updated to mitigate other potential vulnerabilities.

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CVE-2018-1000556

medium

6.1

CWE

79 94

26/6/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-1000556: XSS

First published: Tue Jun 26 2018(Updated: )

WordPress version 4.8 + contains a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in plugins.php or core wordpress on delete function that can result in An attacker can perform client side attacks which could be from stealing a cookie to code injection. This attack appear to be exploitable via an attacker must craft an URL with payload and send to the user. Victim need to open the link to be affected by reflected XSS. .

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WP Statistics	<12.0.6

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Reference Links

https://www.pluginvulnerabilities.com/2017/04/28/reflected-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability-in-wp-statistics/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1000556?
CVE-2018-1000556 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for client-side attacks like cookie theft and code injection.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1000556?
To fix CVE-2018-1000556, update the affected WordPress plugins and core software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks can CVE-2018-1000556 facilitate?
CVE-2018-1000556 can facilitate various client-side attacks, including cross-site scripting (XSS), that may lead to cookie theft or code injection.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2018-1000556?
WordPress version 4.8 and above are affected by CVE-2018-1000556, particularly in conjunction with certain plugins like WP Statistics.
Is my website safe if I am using a version of WordPress below 4.8 regarding CVE-2018-1000556?
If you are using a version below WordPress 4.8, you are not directly affected by CVE-2018-1000556, but ensure all plugins are also updated to mitigate other potential vulnerabilities.

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