CVE-2022-4199: Link Library < 7.4.1 - Admin+ Stored XSS

Published Jan 16, 2023
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Updated

The Link Library WordPress plugin before 7.4.1 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Link Library Project Link Library Wordpress<7.4.1
Ylefebvre Link Library Wordpress<7.4.1

Event History

Jan 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4199?

CVE-2022-4199 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks affecting high privilege users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-4199?

To fix CVE-2022-4199, update the Link Library WordPress plugin to version 7.4.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-4199?

CVE-2022-4199 affects users of the Link Library WordPress plugin prior to version 7.4.1, particularly those with high privilege roles like admin.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2022-4199 allow?

CVE-2022-4199 can allow stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks due to improper sanitization and escaping of certain settings.

5

Is multisite setup vulnerable to CVE-2022-4199?

Yes, in a multisite setup, even with unfiltered_html capability disallowed, CVE-2022-4199 can still be exploited.

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