CVE-2022-3766: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Reflected in thorsten/phpmyfaq
Published Oct 31, 2022
·Updated
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Reflected in GitHub repository thorsten/phpmyfaq prior to 3.1.8.
Affected Software
1 affected component
PhpMyFaq phpmyfaq<3.1.8
Remediation
Event History
Oct 31, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 2, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
07:12 PM
Nov 27, 58461
Event
02:39 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3766?
CVE-2022-3766 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-3766?
To fix CVE-2022-3766, update phpMyFAQ to version 3.1.8 or later, which addresses the reflected XSS vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2022-3766?
CVE-2022-3766 affects phpMyFAQ versions prior to 3.1.8.
4
Can CVE-2022-3766 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2022-3766 can potentially lead to data theft, as attackers can exploit reflected XSS to execute malicious scripts in the user's browser.
5
Is CVE-2022-3766 a common vulnerability?
While vulnerabilities like CVE-2022-3766 are not uncommon, their impact varies based on the application's security posture and deployment.