CVE-2018-9844: XSS

Published Apr 7, 2018
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Updated

The Iptanus WordPress File Upload plugin before 4.3.4 for WordPress mishandles Settings attributes, leading to XSS.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Iptanus Wordpress File Upload Wordpress<4.3.4

Event History

Apr 7, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-9844?

CVE-2018-9844 is a vulnerability in the Iptanus WordPress File Upload plugin before version 4.3.4 that allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9844?

The severity of CVE-2018-9844 is rated as medium, with a CVSS score of 6.1.

3

How does CVE-2018-9844 affect the Iptanus WordPress File Upload plugin?

CVE-2018-9844 affects the Iptanus WordPress File Upload plugin before version 4.3.4 by mishandling Settings attributes, which can lead to XSS attacks.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2018-9844 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2018-9844 vulnerability, you should update the Iptanus WordPress File Upload plugin to version 4.3.4 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-9844?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-9844 on the official WordPress plugin page (https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-file-upload/#developers) and the Iptanus website (https://www.iptanus.com/new-version-4-3-4-of-wordpress-file-upload-plugin/).

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