CVE-2021-4222: WP Paginate < 2.1.4 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Mon Feb 28 2022(Updated: )
The WP-Paginate WordPress plugin before 2.1.4 does not sanitise and escape its preset settings, allowing high privilege users such as admin to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfiltered_html is disallowed
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Maxfoundry Wp-paginate | <2.1.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-4222?
CVE-2021-4222 has a medium severity level due to its potential to allow Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4222?
To fix CVE-2021-4222, update the WP-Paginate plugin to version 2.1.4 or later.
What versions of WP-Paginate are affected by CVE-2021-4222?
CVE-2021-4222 affects all versions of the WP-Paginate WordPress plugin prior to 2.1.4.
Who is impacted by CVE-2021-4222?
CVE-2021-4222 impacts high privilege users, such as administrators, of WordPress sites using the affected plugin.
What type of attack does CVE-2021-4222 facilitate?
CVE-2021-4222 facilitates Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks due to improper sanitization and escaping of settings.
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