CVE-2022-3074: Slider Hero < 8.4.4 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Published Sep 26, 2022
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Updated

The Slider Hero WordPress plugin before 8.4.4 does not escape the slider Name, which could allow high-privileged users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

Affected Software

1 affected component
QuantumCloud Slider Hero Wordpress<8.4.4

Event History

Sep 26, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-3074?

CVE-2022-3074 is a vulnerability in the Slider Hero WordPress plugin before version 8.4.4 that allows high-privileged users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3074?

CVE-2022-3074 has a severity rating of 4.8, which is considered medium.

3

How does CVE-2022-3074 affect the Slider Hero WordPress plugin?

CVE-2022-3074 affects the Slider Hero WordPress plugin before version 8.4.4 by not properly escaping the slider Name, which could lead to Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-3074?

To fix CVE-2022-3074, you should update the Slider Hero WordPress plugin to version 8.4.4 or later, which includes the necessary fixes to escape the slider Name properly.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-3074?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-3074 at the following reference link: [CVE-2022-3074](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/90ebaedc-89df-413f-b22e-753d4dd5e1c3).

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