CVE-2019-13478: XSS
First published: Tue Jul 09 2019(Updated: )
The Yoast SEO plugin before 11.6-RC5 for WordPress does not properly restrict unfiltered HTML in term descriptions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Yoast Yoast Seo | <11.6 | |
| Yoast Yoast Seo | =11.6-rc1 | |
| Yoast Yoast Seo | =11.6-rc2 | |
| Yoast Yoast Seo | =11.6-rc3 | |
| Yoast Yoast Seo | =11.6-rc4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-13478?
The severity of CVE-2019-13478 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
What is the affected software for CVE-2019-13478?
The affected software for CVE-2019-13478 is Yoast SEO plugin for WordPress versions up to 11.6.
How does CVE-2019-13478 impact WordPress websites?
CVE-2019-13478 allows attackers to inject unfiltered HTML in term descriptions, potentially leading to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How can I fix CVE-2019-13478?
To fix CVE-2019-13478, update the Yoast SEO plugin to version 11.6 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-13478?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-13478 in the release notes of Yoast SEO plugin version 11.6-RC5 and the WPScan Vulnerability Database.
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