CVE-2018-5672: XSS
First published: Sat Jan 13 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the booking-calendar plugin 2.1.7 for WordPress. XSS exists via the wp-admin/admin.php form_field5[label] parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Calendar | =2.1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5672?
CVE-2018-5672 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2018-5672 allow for exploitation?
CVE-2018-5672 allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via the 'form_field5[label]' parameter in the admin interface.
Which versions of the booking-calendar plugin are affected by CVE-2018-5672?
CVE-2018-5672 affects version 2.1.7 of the booking-calendar plugin for WordPress.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5672?
To fix CVE-2018-5672, update the booking-calendar plugin to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-5672 on WordPress sites?
CVE-2018-5672 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of an authenticated admin user.
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