CVE-2022-2351: Post SMTP < 2.1.4 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Published Sep 16, 2022
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Updated

The Post SMTP Mailer/Email Log WordPress plugin before 2.1.4 does not escape some of its settings before outputting them in the admins dashboard, allowing high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks against other users even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wpexperts Post Smtp Wordpress<2.1.4

Event History

Sep 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:40 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-2351?

CVE-2022-2351 is a vulnerability in the Post SMTP Mailer/Email Log WordPress plugin that allows high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks against other users.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2022-2351?

The Post SMTP Mailer/Email Log WordPress plugin versions up to 2.1.4 are affected by CVE-2022-2351.

3

How severe is CVE-2022-2351?

CVE-2022-2351 has a severity score of 4.8 (medium).

4

How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2022-2351?

To fix the vulnerability, update the Post SMTP Mailer/Email Log WordPress plugin to version 2.1.4 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-2351?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-2351 at the following reference link: [https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f3fda033-58f5-446d-ade4-2336a39bfb87]

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