CVE-2022-0598: Login with phone number < 1.3.8 - Multiple Admin+ Stored XSS

Published Aug 1, 2022
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Updated

The Login with phone number WordPress plugin before 1.3.8 does not sanitise and escape plugin settings which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed.

Affected Software

1 affected component
idehweb Login With Phone Number Wordpress<=1.3.7

Event History

Aug 1, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:47 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0598?

CVE-2022-0598 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-0598?

To fix CVE-2022-0598, update the Login with Phone Number WordPress plugin to version 1.3.8 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-0598?

CVE-2022-0598 affects users of the Login with Phone Number WordPress plugin versions prior to 1.3.8.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2022-0598 facilitate?

CVE-2022-0598 can facilitate Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks due to inadequate sanitization and escaping of plugin settings.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-0598?

Exploiting CVE-2022-0598 can allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to data theft or site compromise.

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