CVE-2022-1029: Limit Login Attempts < 4.0.72 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Mon Jun 27 2022(Updated: )
The Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin before 4.0.72 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, leading to malicious users with administrator privileges to store malicious Javascript code leading to Cross-Site Scripting attacks when unfiltered_html is disallowed (for example in multisite setup)
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MiniOrange Limit Login Attempts | <4.0.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for the Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin?
The vulnerability ID for the Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin is CVE-2022-1029.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1029?
The severity of CVE-2022-1029 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.8.
Which version of the Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin is affected by CVE-2022-1029?
The Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin version up to 4.0.72 is affected by CVE-2022-1029.
What is the CWE category of CVE-2022-1029?
The CWE category of CVE-2022-1029 is CWE-79 (Cross-Site Scripting).
How can I fix CVE-2022-1029?
To fix CVE-2022-1029, update the Limit Login Attempts WordPress plugin to version 4.0.72 or above.
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