CVE-2022-0889: XSS
First published: Wed Mar 23 2022(Updated: )
The Ninja Forms - File Uploads Extension WordPress plugin is vulnerable to reflected cross-site scripting due to missing sanitization of the files filename parameter found in the ~/includes/ajax/controllers/uploads.php file which can be used by unauthenticated attackers to add malicious web scripts to vulnerable WordPress sites, in versions up to and including 3.3.12.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ninja Forms | <=3.3.12 |
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What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-0889.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'The Ninja Forms - File Uploads Extension WordPress plugin is vulnerable to reflected cross-site scripting.'
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0889?
The severity of CVE-2022-0889 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
How does the vulnerability affect the Ninja Forms - File Uploads Extension WordPress plugin?
The vulnerability affects the Ninja Forms - File Uploads Extension WordPress plugin version up to and including 3.3.12.
How can the vulnerability be exploited?
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers using malicious web scripts.
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