CVE-2022-29432: WordPress wpDataTables plugin <= 2.1.27 - Multiple Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities

Published May 20, 2022
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Updated

Multiple Authenticated (administrator or higher user role) Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in TMS-Plugins wpDataTables plugin <= 2.1.27 on WordPress via &data-link-text, &data-link-url, &data, &data-shortcode, &data-star-num vulnerable parameters.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Tms-outsource Wpdatatables Wordpress<=2.1.27

Remediation

Information

Update to 2.1.28 or higher version.

Event History

May 20, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:48 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29432?

CVE-2022-29432 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-29432?

To fix CVE-2022-29432, update the wpDataTables plugin to the latest version beyond 2.1.27.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-29432?

Any WordPress site using the wpDataTables plugin version 2.1.27 or earlier with authenticated users having administrator or higher roles is affected.

4

What are the exploitation impacts of CVE-2022-29432?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-29432 may allow attackers to inject malicious scripts that can execute in the browser of users accessing the affected site.

5

What parameters are involved in CVE-2022-29432?

CVE-2022-29432 is related to vulnerable parameters including &data-link-text, &data-link-url, &data, &data-shortcode, and &data-star-num.

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